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Jan
15

Inauguration Ceremony of the External Degree Programs of the Faculty of Science 2023

The Inauguration Ceremony of the External Degree Program 2023, Faculty of Science was held on the 15th of January 2023 at the New Art Theatre (NAT). The ceremony was organized by the ODLC, Centre for Open & Distance Learning Faculty of Science in collaboration with the “Cyber Campus,”. A total of 404 students were enrolled […]

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Jan
14

Professor Nandadeva Samarasekera Inducted as the 41st President of the College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka

Professor Nandadeva Samarasekera, Chair of Surgery and Senior Professor was inducted as the 41st President of the College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka on 14th January 2023 at a function held at the auditorium of the Faculty of Medicine (UCFM) Tower. The theme of his speech was “Training the Future Surgeon”. He emphasised the rapid […]

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Jan
14

Vice Chancellor’s Challenge Trophy 2023 invitational Universities Staff Badminton Championship

The Recreational & Welfare society of the University of Colombo in partnership with the Department of Physical Education and the staff Badminton team hosted the Invitational Universities Staff Badminton Championship 2023 on January 13th and 14th at the Indoor Gymnasium. The event aimed to promote a healthy work-life balance and foster relationships among staff members [...]
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Jan
12

Economic Growth and Japanese Management: University of Colombo JICA Chair Program 2022/2023 Session Five

The JICA Chair program is an initiative which focuses on the Japanese modernization process through a series of lectures in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Sri Lanka Office and the International Office of the University of Colombo. The overarching purpose of the initiative is to share Japan’s experiences and lessons learned through […]

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Jan
12

Book Launch: Drama and Art of Drama

The experimental book “Drama and Art of Drama” written by Dr Ranjith Senanayake, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Sinhala Studies, was launched on January 12th, 2023 at the New Arts Theatre. The Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, was the Chief Guest at the event. Additionally, the dean of the Faculty of Arts, […]

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Jan
11

South Asian Centre of Excellence for Gender Equality, Sexual and Reproductive Health Research and Interventions: Partnering with UNFPA

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) partners with the University of Colombo in establishing a South Asian Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Gender Equality, Sexual and Reproductive Health Research and Interventions signifying the longstanding partnership between the two institutions which dates back to 1973. The scope of the Centre of Excellence encompasses promoting multidisciplinary research, […]

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Jan
09

Naada Nu’23

The Music Society of the Faculty of Science is a space for like-minded students who share a love for music. As students from an environment of scientific learning, the Music Society provides a welcome respite as it encourages the pursuit of arts and creates well-rounded students. Initiated in 2015, the Music Society had the sole […]

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Jan
03

A New Board Room for the Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science celebrated the opening of its new Board Room on the 3rd of January 2023. The event was attended by the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, Mr Rahal Abeyrathne, Works Engineer, and Mrs Tharushika Pathiranage, Former Deputy Registrar of the Faculty of Science. The building which will house the new […]

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Jan
02

Long Service Awards Ceremony 2022

The Long Service Awards Ceremony of the University of Colombo was held on the 2nd of January 2023 at the FGS Auditorium under the patronage of the Vice-Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne. This year Long service awards were received by 80 employees including the Academic, Administrative, Academic Support, and Non-academic staff who have completed 25, [...]
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Jan
02

Digitalization of Tree Inventory

University of Colombo as a premier educational institute has already adopted Sustainable Development Goals. Following this, a comprehensive tree inventory has also been prepared for the university. The University started a digital form of tree inventory by using QR Code from 2nd January 2023 as part of the new year celebrations. Through scanning the QR […]

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Jan
02

Commencement of Duties for Year 2023

University of Colombo ceremonially commenced duties of the New Year on the 2nd of January 2023, with a special function attended by Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, the Vice-Chancellor along with Dr P. Mahanamahewa, Rector of Sri Palee Campus Deans of Faculties, Directors of institutes, Mr K.A.S. Edward, Registrar, Acting Bursar and all other staff members […]

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Dec
29

UOC signs an MOU with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

A memorandum of understanding was signed between the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the University of Colombo on 29th December 2022. The purpose of the MoU is to design, establish and operationalize a Youth Wellness Centre at the Faculty of Arts to address the wellness needs of students of the Faculty. Specific Objectives of […]

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Dec
14

General Convocation 2021

University of Colombo conducted its General Convocation for the year 2021 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall on 13th and 14th December 2022 under the patronage of the Vice Chancellor - Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, Rector, Deans, Directors of the Institutes, Registrar, Bursar, Acting Librarian. A total of 2992 students graduated at this [...]
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Dec
14

Prof. Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence – General Convocation 2021

Ms Hannagala Gamage Hiruni Udara - Faculty of Medicine University of Colombo congratulates Ms Hannagala Gamage Hiruni Udara (MFC/AL/2014/0570), Faculty of Medicine on receiving the Open Awards – Prof. Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence at the General Convocation 2021. Ms Hiruni hailing from Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara entered the Faculty of Medicine having being placed [...]
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Dec
14

D. P. P. Samarasekara Peace Prize – General Convocation 2021

University of Colombo congratulates Ms SG De Silva (2016/L/7576), Faculty of Law and Mr MM Perera (2017/S/16283) – Faculty of Science on receiving the Open Awards – D. P. P. Samarasekara Peace Prize at the General Convocation 2021. Ms SG De Silva – Faculty of Law Ms Gangulali de Silva successfully completed her Bachelor of [...]
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Dec
14

Canekeratne Prize for General Merit – General Convocation 2021

University of Colombo congratulates Mr Charuka Hatharasinghe (2017/MS/7600), Faculty of Management & Finance on receiving the Open Awards – Canekeratne Prize for General Merit at the General Convocation 2021. Mr Charuka Hatharasinghe - Faculty of Management & Finance Mr Charuka Hatharasinghe is a multi-faceted individual who excelled in many arenas including academics, sports, leadership, and [...]
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