Sri Lanka’s first tagged shorebird makes journey to Northern Russia
The Grey Plover, also known as the Black-bellied Plover due to its striking black face and belly in breeding plumage, is an unmistakable winter visitor to the coasts of Sri Lanka. One such Grey Plover is Vayu, tagged by the Central Asian Flyway-Sri Lanka Waterbird Tracking Project conducted by FOGSL-UoC in collaboration with the Research […]
Indian Delegation Explores Collaboration with Ayurveda Education and Research
A delegation from India paid a courtesy visit to the faculty of Indigenous Medicine on May 4, 2024, and engaged in a discussion with the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, and the Dean of the faculty, Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera at the faculty premises. All parties discussed future collaboration in undergraduate and […]
සරසවි බක්මහ උළෙල “Sarasavi Bakmaha Ulela” 2024
සරසවි බක්මහ උළෙල “Sarasavi Bakmaha Ulela” 2024 was held on the 19th of April 2024 at the university grounds with the participation of Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University, and the Deans of the faculties, along with staff members. The event spanned the entire day, bright and lively, filled […]
UCIARS Unveils Innovative Automated Hydroponic System
University of Colombo Agro Technology and Rural Sciences (UCIARS) has developed an innovative automated hydroponic system as part of the students’ practical session in protected agriculture. In the initial phase of this endeavour, various plants including lettuce and strawberries were cultivated and harvested, showcasing significant achievements. This automated model requires minimal maintenance and observation, promising […]
FIM Welcomes 147 New Students to BAMS and BUMS Degree Programs
The Orientation program for new entrants of the Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine, and Surgery (BAMS) and Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) degree programs for the Advanced Level 2022 batch was inaugurated on March 28, 2024, at the main auditorium of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine. This year, 114 students were registered for the […]
China University of Petroleum Delegation Visits UOC
A meeting with representatives from the China University of Petroleum took place on the 25th of March, 2024 at the Senate Hall. The two representatives from the China University of Petroleum were Professor Huang Fang, the Director of the Office of International Affairs, and Ms Li Gaoqing, the Section Chief of the International Exchange, Office […]
French Delegation Explores Collaboration for Promoting Research Projects
Dr Srini Kaveri, the Director of Research and International Cooperation Office Europe CNRS Bureau in India, French Embassy, New Delhi, India, and Ms Olivia Bellemère, Cultural Counsellor of the Cultural & Cooperation section at the Embassy of France in Sri Lanka along with another representative met Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor […]
SDC Conducts Workshops on Mental Well-being for Staff
The Staff Development Centre (SDC) organized a series of workshops on mental well-being for academic, academic-supportive, administrative, and non-academic staff members on 12th, 19th January, and 2nd February 2024 at the SDC premises. Senior Professor Piyanjali De Zoysa from the Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, served as the resource person for the workshops. The […]
SDC Conducts Workshops on Orientation to the University System
A workshop on Orientation to the University System was conducted for the participants of the CTHE-27-2024 batch on 11th March 2024. Sixty-six participants engaged in the workshops led by esteemed resource persons: Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University; Ms Vajira Hapuhinna Jayaratne, the Acting Registrar; Ms J T L […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024: Promoting Gender Inclusivity and Policy Making
International Women’s Day 2024, facilitated by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, took place at the FGS Auditorium on the 1st of March, 2024. The event was titled “Gender Inclusivity and Policy Making”. The Chief guest, Senior Professor (Chair) H. D. Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor A. A. Azeez, the dean of the […]
Establishment of the Centre of Excellence for Research and Innovation in Population Dynamics, Gender, Reproductive Health, Rights, and Social Policy
The University of Colombo signed an agreement with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Sri Lanka for the establishment of the Centre of Excellence for Research and Innovation in population dynamics, gender, reproductive health, rights and Social Policy, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the 1st of March, 2024 at the Senate Hall, College House, […]
Workshop on Anti-Drug Awareness in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Police
An event titled ‘A secure tomorrow – A creative awareness programme for schools’ was held at the Jayaratne Hall, Faculty of Management and Finance, on the 1st of March, 2024. The event was held in collaboration with the National Youth Service Council – Sri Lanka Police, Sri Lanka Police, University Grants Commission, the Ministry of […]
Visit of His Excellency Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka
His Excellency Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, visited the University of Colombo on the 1st of March 2024. Mrs Navya Singla, First Secretary (PIC), Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo, Senior Professor Sandagomi Coperahewa, Founding Director, Centre for Contemporary Indian Studies (CCIS), Professor […]
Digital Tree Inventory Expansion at the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine
Expanding the University of Colombo Digital Tree inventory by affixing QR codes to trees in the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine was held parallel to the “Faculty Anniversary Celebrations” on March 1st, 2024, in the presence of Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera, Dean of the Faculty of […]
Recognizing Sporting Excellence: Colours Awarding Ceremony 2023
The Colours Awarding Ceremony is a significant event that recognizes the outstanding achievements of undergraduate sportsmen and sportswomen who have excelled in their respective fields of sports. The ceremony took place at the Auditorium of the UCFM Tower, Faculty of Medicine, on February 29, 2024, and 430 sportsmen and sportswomen were honored for their splendid […]
