Dr. Newton Gunasinghe Memorial Lecture – 16th May
The Department of Sociology, University of Colombo and the Sociology Alumni Association of University of Colombo, in collaboration with th威而鋼 e Social Scientists Association of Sri Lanka have organized the 30th “Dr. Newton Gunasinghe” Memorial Lecture, on the 16th May, 2018 at the Auditorium, Department of Sociology, University of Colombo from 3.00 pm – 4.30 […]
Inaugural Ceremony – Certificate Course in “Introduction to Buddhist Studies” – 05th May
The Department of Buddhist Studies commenced a certificate course in Introduction to Buddhist Studies on 05th May 2018. The course aims to provide a substantial knowledge of Buddhism in English through the Buddhist sources and to improve the students’ skills to translate Pali verses and process. The eminent scholars Prof. Oliver Abenayake, Prof. Ven. M. […]
Inauguration Ceremony – MA in Sinhala 2018 , 28th April
The inauguration ceremony of the MA in Sinhala 2018 conducted by the Department of Sinhala, University of Colombo was held on 28th April 2018 at 9.30 am at M B Ariyapala auditorium, Department of Sinhala. Prof Premakumara De Silva, Dean, Faculty of Arts, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Prof Ashoka Premarathne, Professor of Linguistics, University of Kelaniya delivered the keynote address.
Inauguration Ceremony – Diploma in Sinhala 2018 , 27th April
The inauguration ceremony of the Diploma in Sinhala – 2018 conducted by the Department of Sinhala, University of Colombo was held on 27th April 2018 at 9.30 am at M B Ariyapala auditorium, Department of Sinhala. Prof Premakumara De Silva, Dean, Faculty of Arts, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Dr. Praneeth Abeysundara, Senior Lecturer, Department of Sociology […]
PhD Fellowships from UNITED BOARD – 24th April
The United Board, a nongovernmental organization, endeavors to respond to the diverse challenges and opportunities facing the universities in Asia, especially where the needs are great. United Board shares its interests in developing institutions that offer multidisciplinary education and that nurture a spirit of compassion, equity, reconciliation, social responsibility, and mutual respect among religious and […]
Seminar on “Narrative Methods and Storytelling in Social Work Research.” – 23rd Feb.
The Department of Sociology organized the monthly seminar for the month of February, on 23rd February 2018 at 2.00 p.m. in the Seminar Room of the Department of Sociology. At this seminar, Associate Prof. Mojca Urek, Faculty of Social Work, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, delivered a lecture on “Narrative Methods and Storytelling in Social Work Research”. Assoc. Prof Mojca Urek, Ph.D. […]
Orientation Programme – 2018
The Orientation Programme for new entrants (2017 / 2018) to the Faculty of Arts, was scheduled in two phases: Phase I (February 14th – 15th and 16th 2018) and Phase II (February 19th, 20th , 21st and 22nd 2018) Phase I (February 14th, 15th and 16th 2018) Day 1 (14th Feb 2018) – Welcome to the Faculty […]
Seminar on Tourism Opportunities in Sri Lanka and International Business – 12th Feb.
Staff and students from the Lincoln International Business School, Linco犀利士 ln University, UK participated in a Seminar on Tourism Opportunities in Sri Lanka and International Business at the Department of Economics on 12th February 2018. Participants of the seminar: Rev. Prof. W. Wimalarathana, Prof. J.A. Karunaratne (key note speaker) Prof. Martin Knight and Prof. […]
Confucius Institute Welcomed the new Students for Chinese Language Certificate Courses
New students for ‘Chinese Language Proficiency for Tour Guides’ and ‘Chinese Language for Beginners’ courses, were welcomed by the Confucius Institute on 27th January 2018. This ceremony was held at the auditorium of the Department of Economics.
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr Day – 12th Jan.
Second-year students who are reading for BA in International Relations participated in a program on 12th January 2018 at American Center Colombo. This programme intends to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. . Public Affairs Officer of the U.S. Embassy, James Russo opened the discussion with panelists Anushka Gunawardena, Thushan Benislos, and Ishan Jalill who encouraged […]
