Professor Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence – General Convocation 2024: Mr S U Akarawita, University of Colombo School of Computing
Congratulations to Mr Saneru Udana Akarawita, University of Colombo School of Computing, for your outstanding achievement in receiving the Open Awards – Professor Tilak Hettiarachchy Award for Academic Excellence at the General Convocation 2024. Mr Saneru Udana Akarawita, a proud alumnus of Royal College Colombo, graduated from the University of Colombo School of Computing with […]
D P P Samarasekara Peace Prize – General Convocation 2024: Mr H M Asindu Munasinghe, Faculty of Law and Mr Deedat Safeer, Faculty of Medicine
Congratulations to Mr H M Asindu Munasinghe, Faculty of Law and Mr Deedat Safeer, Faculty of Medicine, for your remarkable achievement in receiving the Open Awards – D. P. P. Samarasekara Peace Prize at the General Convocation 2024. Mr H M Asindu Munasinghe is an exceptional student whose achievements reflect both academic excellence and well-rounded […]
General Convocation 2024 (Phase II)
Launch of Sinhala Textbook edited by Senior Professor Sandagomi Coperahewa
The launching ceremony of the Sinhala textbook titled භාෂාධ්යයනය හා වාග්විද්යාව: සිද්ධාන්ත, ක්රමවේද හා මතවාද (Language Study and Linguistics: Theories, Methodologies, and Ideologies), edited by Senior Professor (Chair) Sandagomi Coperahewa of the Department of Sinhala, Faculty of Arts, was held on August 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the New Arts Theatre. Ven. Thirikunamale Ananda […]
Faculty of Science Launches Biomolecular Science and Industrial Biotechnology (BSIB) Office
The Faculty of Science ceremonially opened the Biomolecular Science and Industrial Biotechnology (BSIB) Office on 22 August 2025. This dedicated office will serve as a centre for academic coordination, international collaboration, and research activities in the field of biotechnology. The ceremony was attended by distinguished foreign delegates from Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), South Korea – Prof. […]
East-West Center Dean Explores Collaborative Opportunities with University of Colombo
Ann Hartman, Director and Dean of Professional Development and Education at the East-West Center (EWC), Hawaii, visited the University of Colombo on 22 August 2025. During her visit, she met with Vice Chancellor Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake to discuss potential avenues for collaboration in research and teaching. Both institutions identified shared interests in key areas […]
Faculty of Management and Finance Launches Installation Ceremony of FMF Media
The Installation Ceremony of FMF Media, the official media club of the Faculty of Management and Finance, was held on 20th August 2025 at the Faculty premises. The event was graced by the presence of the Chief Guest, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the University, and the Guest of Honour, Mr Kalindu Karunaratne, […]
IGNITE FAIR – 2 Undergraduates’ Sales Exhibition
The Career Guidance Unit of the Faculty of Arts, together with its Students’ Club, held IGNITE FAIR – 2 on 19th August 2025 at the faculty premises, featuring 21 undergraduate entrepreneurs. The event was graced by Vice Chancellor Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake and Dean Senior Professor Lasantha Manawadu, along with academics and students. The fair […]
Celebrating Language & Culture: Confucius Institute Hosts Book & Journal Launch and Certificate Awarding Ceremony
The Confucius Institute (CIUC), Faculty of Arts, hosted a vibrant ceremony on the 18th of August 2025 at the Faculty Board Room, bringing together academia and John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd. The event marked the launch of the book on Chinese Language & Culture and the inaugural issue of the Colombo Journal on Chinese […]
Faculty of Indigenous Medicine Hosts 11th International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Traditional Medicine (iCAUST 2025)
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine organised the 11th International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Traditional Medicine (iCAUST 2025) from 15th to 16th August 2025. The inaugural session was held on 15th August 2025 at the Auditorium of the Medical Faculty Tower. The ceremony was graced by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the […]
Capacity Development Series of Workshops on University Administrative & Financial Procedures and Communication Skills – HRDC
The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) conducted a Capacity Development Series of Workshops from July 11 to August 15, 2025, aimed at enhancing the professional competencies of administrative and non-academic staff across the university system. A total of thirteen (13) workshops were held under this initiative, focusing on key areas of university administration, financial management, […]
Delegation from Peking University and Capital Normal University Visits for Strengthening Research and Academic Partnerships
A delegation from Peking University and Capital Normal University, China, visited the University of Colombo on 15th August 2025. The delegation was led by Professor Wang Weijia, Dean of the Institute of International Communication at Peking University, and Associate Research Fellow Zhai Xiufeng from the Institute of Global and Area Studies at Capital Normal University. […]
Centre for Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation in Social Policy Established with UNFPA & Japan Support
The Centre for Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation in Social Policy was launched on 13th August 2025. Its vision is to be a leading hub for research and innovation in South Asia, focusing on population dynamics, gender, and reproductive health from a rights-based perspective. The Centre’s main goal is to transform research findings into actionable policy by providing evidence-based […]
Delegation from Yunnan University, China Visits to Strengthen Academic Collaboration
A delegation from Yunnan University, China, visited the University of Colombo on 13th August 2025. The visiting team, led by Professor Zuo Xiaolin, Vice Dean of the School of Journalism, comprised nine members, including Professor Jin Qun, Assistant Dean, Professor Wei Ping, and Ms Cheng Ying from the School of Journalism. Several undergraduate and postgraduate […]
Ambassador of Nepal Explores Academic Collaborations with the University of Colombo
The Ambassador of Nepal to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, H.E. Dr Purna Bahadur Nepali, visited the University of Colombo on 12th August 2025. During the visit, the Ambassador held a comprehensive discussion with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor; Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera, Dean of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine; Professor H M Nihal […]
Department of Finance Partners with Senfin Securities to Strengthen Capital Market Education
The Department of Finance of the Faculty of Management and Finance entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Senfin Securities Limited on 11th August 2025 at the College House premises. The event was graced by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, along with representatives from Senfin Securities and the Faculty of Management and […]
