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Feb
20

Inauguration Ceremony of the Certificate Courses in Chinese Language 2021

The inauguration ceremony of the Chinese Language Certificate Course was held on the 20th of February 2021 with the participation of Senior Professor Lasantha Manawadu, Dean, Faculty of Arts, University of Colombo from 2.30 p.m. onwards via Zoom. Senior Prof. Lasanatha Manawadu, Dean, Faculty of Arts, University of Colombo expressed his gratitude to the Sri […]

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Feb
19

Strengthening research collaboration with down under

Prof. Preethi Udagama, Cadre Chair and Senior Professor, Department of Zoology and Environment Sciences, Faculty Science, University of Colombo, has been effectively collaborating with Prof. Chamindie Punyadeera, Head,  Saliva and Liquid Biopsy Translational Laboratory, School of Biomedical Sciences of the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia on cancer research since 2006. Prof. Chamindie has won […]

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Feb
08

MoU for the Architectural and Structural work for a 50 Meter Professional Swimming Pool

The Alumni Association and KWA Architects signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the Architectural and Structural work for a 50 Meter Professional Swimming Pool for the University of Colombo on 8th February 2021. The Alumni Association thanks KWA Architects and its precedent partner Mr. Thilan Koththigoda for agreeing to provide the Architectural and Structural professional […]

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Feb
05

UOC celebrates 73rd Independence Day

Sri Lanka marked its 73rd Independence Day on 4th February 2021 and the University of Colombo’s ceremonial function of the Independence Day of Sri Lanka was held at the College House premises on 5th February 2021. The ceremony commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Chandrika Wijeyaratne, the Registrar Mr […]

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Feb
03

No. 1 among Sri Lankan Universities in the Webometrics Ranking 2021 – Edition: February 2021

The University of Colombo is pleased to announce that it has retained its top position among Sri Lankan Universities in the First edition of Webometrics Ranking 2021. This is a classification of universities' visibility, transparency, and excellence indicators which illustrates the teaching commitment, the research results, the perceived international prestige, and the links with the [...]
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Jan
28

Hanuman Plover; A New Bird To Sri Lanka

Every once in a while, new species are being discovered, and when that happens it brings a new perspective to our understanding of the world around us. From small gelatinous blobs in the deep sea to birds soaring high sky, spanning across every habit and niche, these species bring fresh insights to nature and biodiversity. […]

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Jan
21

Opening of The ILC Building – Faculty of Science

The Information and Learning Centre (ILC) was opened for the community of scholars on the 21st day of January 2021 by the Chief Guest Professor Chandrika N Wijeyaratne, Vice-Chancellor of the University, Guest of Honour Emeritus Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Former Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Upul J. Sonnadara, Dean, Faculty of Science and Professor K. […]

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Jan
21

The Centenary Inauguration Ceremony

The centenary inauguration ceremony of the Faculties of Art, Science and the Library of the University of Colombo was held on the 21st of January 2021 at the Senate Hall, College House. The ceremony was live-streamed enabling the University community to be a part of it online while a limited on-site participation was hosted at [...]
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Jan
21

Centenary Celebrations of Humanities and Social Sciences in Higher Education

The Faculty of Arts, University of Colombo celebrated 100 years of Humanities and Social Sciences education in Sri Lanka on the 21st of January 2021. The Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo, Professor Chandrika Wijeyaratne and the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo, Emeritus Professor Lakshman Dissanayake graced the occasion. The event […]

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Jan
21

Launch of the University Computer Museum

As part of the centennial celebrations of the Faculties of Science and Arts of the University of Colombo and of the University Library, the University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) will unveil the ‘University of Colombo Computer Museum’ at its premises, the first of its kind in Sri Lanka, along with an online e-museum [...]
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Jan
21

Celebrating 100 Years of Faculty of Arts, Science, and University Library

CELEBRATING 100 YEARSofFACULTIES OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FACULTY OF ARTS FACULTY OF SCIENCE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY EVENT HIGHLIGHTS Opening of The ILC Building - Faculty of Science Launching of The eMuseum - UCSC Keynote Speech by Mr. Krish Canegerathne Opening of The Exercise Lab, The DRC and The Board Room  - Faculty of Arts [...]
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Jan
20

The “Chat on Sustainable Development Goals”

“To waste this opportunity would compromise our last best chance to stop runaway climate change. It would not only be immoral, it would be suicidal” António Guterres (UN Secretary General) The 'Chat on Sustainable Development Goals', the first webinar of its series was organized by the Final Year Undergraduates of the Faculty of Law in [...]
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Jan
11

Faculty of Medicine signs MoU with DSI (D. Samson Industries (Pvt) Ltd)

Faculty of Medicine signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DSI (D.Samson Industries PVT Ltd) on January 11, 2021. The objective of this partnership was to collaborate for the development and production of a Diabetic prescription shoe range. The number of diabetic patients in Sri Lanka is currently growing at an alarming level leading to […]

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Jan
01

Commencement of Duties for the Year 2021

University of Colombo ceremonially commenced duties in the New Year on 01st January, with a special function at the College house premises. The ceremony was attended by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Chandrika Wijeyaratne, Deans, Directors and some key Academic and Administrative officers of the university . The function commenced with the hoisting of the National […]

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Dec
23

Euphony Presents The Virtual Christmas Mashup 2020

In these trying times which remind us all of the holiday cheer we sorely miss, Euphony, the choir of the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, brings you their next virtual creation. This “Virtual Christmas Mashup” features a variety of musical styles blended in harmonious perfection to raise your spirits and spread love, peace, and [...]
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Dec
21

The ‘Great Conjunction’ of Jupiter and Saturn

A rare lifetime celestial phenomenon in the western skies on December 21st Jupiter and Saturn may appear almost like an elongated ball of light A very rare celestial phenomenon will take place on December 21st night when the two biggest planets of the solar system, Jupiter and Saturn comes closure to each other probably appearing […]

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