Dean’s List Awards 2022 & Teaching Excellence Awards 2023 – Faculty of Medicine
A commemoration to bestow the Dean’s List Awards 2022 and Teaching Excellence Awards 2023 took place at the UCFM Main Auditorium, UCFM Tower of the Faculty of Medicine on June 1, 2023. The event also marked the foundation of the Faculty, as the Colombo Medical School 153 years ago. Distinguished guests in attendance included the […]
FIM Enrolls 185 Students in BAMS and BUMS Programs for the academic year 2021/2022
The inauguration of the orientation program for the 1st batch of BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery) and BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine was ceremonially held at the Faculty premises on 1st June 2023 for the academic year 2021/2022. A total of 185 students have been […]
The 12th Annual Scientific Sessions of the IBMBB
The 12th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IBMBB) was held on May 31st, 2023, at the conference hall of IBMBB. The Sessions consisted of 40 abstracts presented as oral and poster presentations by masters and Ph.D. research students from the IBMBB and other universities under four main thematic […]
University Honours Founder’s Legacy with 120th Commemoration Celebration
The University celebrated the 120th commemoration of its esteemed founder, Sir William Ivor Jennings, on May 31, 2023, at the Senate Hall, College House. Sir Ivor served as the first Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ceylon in 1942 and left keeping an indelible mark on the history of education in Sri Lanka in 1955. The […]
UOC and Chrysalis Join Hands to Provide Subsidized Lunches
UOC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Chrysalis on May 30, 2023, at the College House to provide subsidized lunches to students at the Faculty of Arts. Chrysalis is an organization focused on empowering women and youth to ensure inclusive growth. Members of the Department of Sociology approached Chrysalis to explore the possibility of […]
Asian Scientist 100 List Features University of Colombo’s Exceptional Researchers
Faculty of Science Welcomes Over 600 New Students for the 2021/2022 Intake
The inaugural ceremony for the 2021/2022 intake of the Faculty of Science was held on May 29th, 2023, at the New Arts Theatre. The event marked the beginning of a new academic year for over 600 new undergraduate students joining the faculty. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest, Senior Professor (Chair) HD Karunaratne, […]
IHRA’s 7th Diploma Awards Ceremony Honours 426 Recipients
The Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA) hosted its 7th Diploma Awards Ceremony at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall on May 29th, 2023. The ceremony was a remarkable celebration of academic excellence, where deserving recipients received a total of 426 diplomas, including Executive Diplomas, Higher Diplomas, and Diplomas. The event was held under the […]
Gold Medals Shine at the Sixth Award Ceremony & External Degree Convocation 2022
The University of Colombo proudly hosted its sixth Award Ceremony & External Degree Convocation on the 27th of May 2023 at the New Arts Theater, under the patronage of the the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne. This grand occasion witnessed the participation of distinguished individuals, including the Dean of the Faculty of […]
FIM Welcomes New Lecture Theatre to Enhance Learning Experience
The Inauguration Ceremony of the New Lecture Theatre at the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine took place on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. The Lecture Theatre represents Stage I of the new building of the Faculty, which was funded by the AHEAD project grant. The event was graced by the presence of the Chief Guest Senior Professor […]
Senior Professor Vajira H. W. Dissanayake Assumes the Second Term as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine
Alumni Unity Group Grants Scholarships to Underprivileged Students
The Alumni Unity Group of the University of Colombo demonstrated their unwavering support for underprivileged students by donating Rs. 10,000.00 to each of the forty-two selected students from various faculties in the university. The event took place on May 25th, 2023, at the College House Auditorium, where these deserving students were honored with this scholarship. […]
UOC Enhances Cricket Opportunities with the Newly Constructed Turf Side Wickets
The newly constructed turf side wickets of the University of Colombo were declared on 26th May 2023, with the purpose of providing students the opportunity to enhance their cricket skills and foster a vibrant sporting culture within the university. This remarkable facility was made possible through the patronage of the Sri Lanka Cricket and Western […]
NLDSB Delegation Visits Science Library for Technological Insights
IHRA Commences the New Academic Year with 173 Students Enrolled
Dengue Free Environment of the UOC: “Shramadana” campaign
The University of Colombo took a proactive step towards preventing dengue by organizing a “Shramadana” campaign on May 23, 2023. This campaign aimed to create a dengue-free environment within the university premises, including the College House, Sri Palee Campus, Faculties, Institutes, and the UCSC. Under the theme of “Dengue Free Environment of the UOC” the […]
