Her Excellency Professor Veena Sirki and ICCR Officials visit University of Colombo
Her Excellency Professor Veena Sirki, an Ambassador, Professor Ashwini K. Mohapatra, Chairperson ,Center for West Asian Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University , Dr. Anirban Ganguly, Director, Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerji Research Foundation, Dr. Varun Veer , Leading Yoga Exponent and Mrs. Rajashree Behera, Director, Indian Cultural Center visited Professor Lakshaman Dissanayake , Vice Chancellor, University of […]
The Cultural Counsellor of Islamic Republic of Iran visited University of Colombo
His Excellency Mr.Mohammad Oraee Karimi, Cultural Counsellor of the Islamic Republic of Iran visited Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, the Vice-Chancellor University of Colombo on 1st March at the Vice Chancellor’s Office. Mr. Karimi was accompanied by Mr. Hojatoleslam Hakim Elahi, Vice President of Communications and International of the Al Mustafa University of Iran, and Mr. Kazemi […]
Kyushu University of Japan to collaborate with University of Colombo
Dr. Akimasa Yoshikawa, Mr. Hiroki Matsushita, Mr. Kazuma Shirotani, and Mr. Yusuke Aoyagi from the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Kyushu University of Japan visited University of Colombo on 26th February 2016. During the visit, the delegates met Professor K.R.R. Mahanama, acting Vice-Chancellor, University of Colombo, and Professor Chandana Jayaratne, Senior Lecturer from Department […]
The President of International University of Japan visits University of Colombo
Professor Kimio Kase, President, International University of Japan, and Professor N.S. Cooray, Senior Lecturer, Graduate School of International Relations, visited University of Colombo on 19th February 2016 to discuss the possible collaborations between University of Colombo and the International University of Japan. Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor, University of Colombo expressed his sincere willingness to facilitate […]
Inauguration Ceremony of Diploma in Sinhala – 2016
Inauguration ceremony of the Diploma in Sinhala Programme – 2016, was held on 20th February 2016 from 9.30 am onwards at M. B. Ariyapala Auditorium, Department of Sinhala. Professor Asanga Thillekeratne – Cooridnator – Buddhist Studies Unit, Faculty of Arts, was the guest speaker. Prof. Athula Ranasinghe – Dean, Faculty of Arts, Ms. Latha Gurusinghe – Head, Department […]
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“Aseniya Kusum – 2016” Singing Concert Showcases University Talent
The Arts Council organized the singing concert “Aseniya Kusum – 2016”, featuring the remarkable talents of both academic and non-academic staff. The event was held on February 17, 2016, at the New Art Gallery, celebrating music and creativity within the university community.
Certificate Awarding Ceremony of Diploma in Human Rights
The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Distance Learning Diploma in Human Rights and Peace Studies, Distance Learning Diploma in Human Rights and Democracy, E-Diploma in Human Rights and the Advanced Training Programmes, conducted by the Centre for the Study of Human Rights was held on 12th February 2016, at the FGS Auditorium of the University of […]
Launch of the Volume “Anagarika Dharmapala and India – Sri Lanka Relations”
The Centre for Contemporary Indian Studies (CCIS) of the University of Colombo launched the volume titled Anagarika Dharmapala and India – Sri Lanka Relations edited by Prof. Sandagomi Coperahewa, Director | CCIS on 11th February 2016 at 3.30 pm at the Senate Hall, College House, University of Colombo. Hon. Dr. Sarath Amunugama, the Minister of […]
Book Launch “Vaayaama”
The Department of Sinhala, with the collaboration of the Sinhala Society, organized the launch of “Vaayaama” – a collection of academic articles and creative writing, on 10th February 2016 at 2.00 pm, at the M. B. Ariyapala Auditorium. The guest speaker was Mr. Chinthaka Ranasinghe – Lecturer, University of Kelaniya.
M-Phil in Clinical Psychology Programme Review
The Dean, Professor Nayani Melegoda of the Faculty of Graduate Studies under the direction of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Lakshman Dissanayake has invited Professor William Yule (Emeritus Professor of Applied Child Psychology, Department of Psychology, Kings’ College, UK) and Adjunct Professor, Dr. Shamil Wanigaratne College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of UAE (Clinical Psychologist) to […]
45 Years of Sociology : Reflections on Teaching, Learning, Research and Policy Interventions
The Department of Sociology of the University of Colombo celebrated 46 years of the Department’s Growth on the 26th of January at the Department of Sociology Auditorium. This event titled 46 Years of Sociology – A Reflection on Teaching Learning Research and Policy interventions was organized by the Department of Sociology with the hope of […]
The Vice Chancellor of Mohanlal Sukhadia University visited University of Colombo
Professor I.V. Thrivedi the Vice-Chancellor of Mohanlal Sukhadia University, India visited Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of University of Colombo on 2nd February at the Vice-Chancellors’ office. Mrs. Sushmista Shekhar, President, MA. My Anchor Private Limited, India, and Mr. Mohamed Nizar, Media Director, National, and International Human Rights Organization also accompanied the meeting.
A delegation from Beijing Foreign Studies University visited University of Colombo
Professor Ma Chan Zhongwu, Head Department of Sinhala, Beijing Foreign Studies University, China, and Ven. Professor Malwane Chandarathana Thero, Department of Sinhala, Beijing Foreign Studies University, China met Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor, University of Colombo on 8th February at the Vice Chancellor’s Office. During the meeting, both parties discussed the ongoing collaborations between University of […]
Bhutan Ambassador visited University of Colombo
Her Excellency Ms. Pema Choden, the Ambassador of Bhutan to Sri Lanka, and Mr.Kalben Borji, the Second Secretary of the Consulate of Bhutan in Colombo visited University of Colombo, on 2nd February and met Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of University of Colombo, Professor Jean Perera, Acting Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Mr. P.M.S. Bandara, Deputy […]
