Additional police security prevents student clashes
On the last day of the GCE O/L examination, security was stepped up around exam centres to prevent clashes between students. Police said the security measures they took prevented clashes in many areas. Our picture shows police personnel being deployed near a school in the Puttalam district. Pic by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe.
New identification number to track student performance from scholarship exam onwards
The Examinations Department will next year introduce a student identification number to be used in the Grade Five scholarship examination and other public exams until university entrance, a senior official said. The facility will enable students to have easy access to their records, Examinations Commissioner General Sanath Pujitha said. Accordingly, students will be required to [...]
Do your rough work on the answer sheet
The Examinations Department will introduce a new answer sheet to minimise malpractices at the examination, an official said. The new answer sheet will have sufficient space to do rough-work when working out sums. The usual practice had been that an additional paper is given for the purpose. “The objective is to minimise the number of [...]
GCE A/L invigilators are yet to be paid
Around 2,000 teachers who served as invigilators for the GCE Advanced Level exams held in August this year have still not received their payments, the Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) claimed. The union’s General Secretary, Joseph Stalin said the zonal offices had failed to deposit the money in the teachers’ accounts, even though four months had [...]
Tips to Selecting your ‘Dream University’
With O/L exams on, the pressure to make a decision on what happens next is imminent. With the rise in popularity, many students opt to do a foundation/ pathway programme to a degree. This requires careful selection of a university, immediately. Finding the right university which has the right fit is often a challenge. With [...]
CA Sri Lanka’s research symposium
Corporate governance, accounting education and forensic accounting came into focus at the second research symposium organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) which was held under the patronage of Prof. D.B.P.H. Dissa Bandara of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura while the keynote speaker was Prof. Kapila Perera, Vice Chancellor [...]
“The Promise” Carol Service by St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa Primary School
It was a glorious evening on Wednesday 28th of November 2018 when a host of angels appeared at the Primary of St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa and sang praises to God.The little Sebastianites performed a spectacular event at the Christmas Carols Service held at the Primary School premises. This was the first time that this service [...]
American Education Centre Limited (AECL) Sponsors EDEX Main Expo 2019 as Gold Sponsor
American Education Centre Limited (AECL) is proud to be associated with the EDEX Expo 2019, as a Gold Sponsor. American Education Centre Limited (AECL), which operates under the brand name “ANC Education”, was established in 2002, envisioning to be the first choice for tertiary education in Sri Lanka. ANC reaching out to local students as well as [...]
‘Gnanaratnana Ladaru Guru Sewana’ titled as the “Most productive preschool”
‘Gnanaratnana Ladaru Guru Sewana’ was awarded as the ‘Most productive preschool’ by Chief Minister of Southern Province, Mr. Shan Wijayalal de Silva. They claimed this title at ‘Dakshina Sigithi Abiman- 2018’ ceremony. The programmes conducted by Mrs.Gunandhika Shriyani, the Head of ‘Gnanaratnana Ladaru Guru Sewana’ are aimed to develop a love of learning in the [...]
Christmas at St. Paul’s Milagiriya
The choir of St Paul’s Church Milagiriya will present the Cantata titled “The First Noel – Celebrating the Birth of a King” at its annual carol service which will be held today at the church premises. The musical arrangements are by Russell Mauldin while the individual songs have been composed by various artists including Mariah [...]
EdHat International Research Conference 2018 a huge success
EdHat International successfully conducted this year’s International Research Conference in Sri Lanka on the 23rd of November 2018 at Sri Lanka Foundation – Colombo and it was powered by IDM Nations Campus Lanka (Pvt) ltd. The courses conducted at IDM Nations Campus Lanka (pvt) ltd have been accredited by EdHat International from the year 2009. [...]
Done with OL’s? Don’t waste your precious time! Find your Passion and fulfil your dreams!
With the end of the G.C.E ordinary level exams, students around the country receive a four month break before resuming studies for their advanced level exam. Some students flow along by immediately starting a degree programme, while the more traditional lot await their results and simply do nothing during these precious few months. Following are [...]
BA (Hons) in Business Studies, University of Northampton, UK at Edulink International Campus
What is BA Hons in Business Studies Top-up Programme? Business Studies top- up programme is less than one-year degree programme, where the students will be able to complete the programme within eight months. The programme offers valuable opportunities for students to accomplish their degree within a short period of time and to obtain a recognised [...]
An Australian Diploma at ANC that leads to a prestigious business degree at Western Sydney University
ANC, the pioneer in international undergraduate and postgraduate education is the top private university education provider to offer multiple options to aspiring students in Sri Lanka. Its foreign and local faculty possess relevant industry experience along with the endorsement of both Sri Lankan and international accreditation bodies confirming a truly international experience to its students. [...]
To save mother’s dying plants, two Nalandians invent gold-medal-winning automatic watering system
Nalanda College science students won the gold medal for their outstanding invention at the All Island School Inventors’ Competition cum Exhibition, a platform for Sri Lanka’s brightest young minds to showcase their talents in science. The Science & Technology 70 exhibition was held from December 5 to 8 at the Colombo University’s Science Faculty premises. [...]
St. John Bosco’s old boys get together in Hatton
The annual get-together of the Old Boys’ Association of St John Bosco’s College, Hatton will be held on December 22 and 23 at the Dunbar grounds in Hatton from 10 a..m onwards. Games and sports events for Old Bosconians and families will be held during the day while from 6.00 pm onwards, a social with [...]
Imposters fail in exam cheating
With the Examinations Department taking tough new measures to crack down on the use of electronic devices in exam centres, students have gone back to the traditional mode of exam cheating, employing imposters to sit for them at the national examinations, officials said. Last week police arrested several impostors and the candidates who had hired [...]
Haritha wins Bharathanatyam title
All Island Dance Competition 2018, conducted by the Ministry of Education was held recently at Hindu College, Bambalapitiya. M. Harithra Nagalingam of Sussex College Kandy, won the first place for Bharathanatyam ”Padam” solo. Some 52 schools competed in the finals. – L.B.Senaratne Kandy Sussex College Principal R.M.B.P. Embogama, M. Harithra Nagalingam, Bharathanatya Guru – Mrs. [...]
‘A’ status recognition for Pera business degree
The University Grants Commission’s Quality Assurance Council has granted ‘A’ status to the Peradeniya Universtiy’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Meanwhile, the university’s management faculty will, on Wednesday, begin its orientation course and English language course for 175 new intakes. The University Registrar said the Business Management degree course will begin on February 19. -LB
Aesthetics paper delay: Union blames officials
The Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) has blamed the Examinations Department officials for the delay in distributing the GCE Ordinary Level examination question papers in two centres in the Ampara district. CTU General secretary Joseph Stalin said that there was a delay in distributing the aesthetic studies question paper on Tuesday not only because of a [...]
Impostor got his sum wrong
A tuition teacher was arrested at a Bodagama exam centre while he was answering the GCE Ordinary level mathematics paper on behalf of another candidate. The impostor, a resident of Pannegamuwa in Tissamaharamaya, was arrested by officers of the Tanamalwila police on Monday on a complaint made by the exam hall supervisor. Investigations revealed that [...]
Vidura students pay musical tribute to Amaradeva
Amara Gee Dehena, a musical miscellany remembering Sri Lankabhimanaya Pandit W. D. Amaradeva’s contribution to the development of Sinhala music, was held at the Hokandara Campus of the Vidura College recently. The event was organised by the Grade Nine students of the college under the guidance of Principal D.G. Sumanasekara. Visharad Jagath Wickramasionghe graced the [...]
Uva Wellassa University talent gallore
Though it is being considered as a developing country, Sri Lanka holds a “well developed” position in the field of information and communication technology. It is a known fact that the field of ICT of the island is competing with the well developed nations in an untiring manner and already has been able to achieve [...]
NTB sends a message
Nations Trust Bank wrapped up another spectacular Corporate Social responsibility activity last weekend where Weligama Beach was cleaned with the help of volunteers and supporters. They were able to collect more than 50 bags of trash, and 12 bags of recyclable items were handed over to the Thalpe Recycling Centre. They also designed and installed [...]
AIC campus joins hands with deakin university- Australia
AIC Campus one of the leaders in higher education in Sri Lanka has opened another chapter in higher education by partnering with the Deakin University, Australia by articulating business and engineering programmes to provide pathways to Sri Lankan students. This milestone partnership makes AIC Campus in Sri Lanka, where an educational institution to partner with [...]
Oxford College of Business bags two awards at National Business Excellence Awards 2018
In continuing recognition of its excellence in business and contributions towards the economic progress of the country, Oxford College of Business was named the Silver Award Winner in the Educational Service sector at the National Business Excellence Awards 2018. In addition to this accolade, the company was felicitated once more at the awards ceremony this [...]
Get your Masters from Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
The faculty of Graduate Studies of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University is engaged in conducting External Postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes in addition to the diverse range of certificate and diploma programmes for interested Executive Personals of public and private sectors as well as Officers of Tri Services and Police. Rather than focusing only [...]
UCL Fashion Show – “Eyes on the Runway”
UCL’s very own models who showcased their talents at the UCL Inaugural Fashion Show 2018 organised by the UCL Student Council on the 29th of November 2018. Hats off to the organizing Committee for showing off amazing leadership and organizing skills, and showing a tremendous potential in what you can do.
UCL holds Inaugural Scholarship Awards Ceremony 2018
Universal College Lanka (UCL) held its very first scholarship awards ceremony recently to recognise and felicitate deserving students who have excelled in the spheres of academia, sports and leadership at school level or achieved outstanding results in the UCL Foundation programmes. The Chief Guest, Director, UCL and Chairman of the Gateway Group of Organisations, Dr. [...]
IIHS graduates another batch of SMART Health Professionals
A pioneering Sri Lankan education institute with 16 years in the field, the International Institute of Health Science (IIHS) recently saw a number of students graduate with diplomas and degrees in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Bio Medical Sciences, Health Administration, etc. With a focus for its young and mature learners going beyond academia only, giving them the confidence [...]
Vidyartha Flight Night 2018
Great schools cannot exist without great students. Past students of the Vidyartha College Kandy-Old Boys Association Colombo Branch had a great evening of fellowship with their spouses at hotel Taj Samudra under the theme “Vidyartha Flight Night 2018” to mark their biggest annual event. The event was full of fun, entertainment, music and dance where [...]
ICBT Campus – Fire & ICE Fashion Show
FIRE & ICE Fashion Show organized by ICBT Campus was held on the 29th of November. The fashion show was followed up with an after-party featuring the band Hot Chocolate. Students of ICBT Campus was on catwalk under different teams, themes, and categories and was judged by fashion expertise and famous fashion designer, in Sri [...]
The annual concert of Child’s World Pre-School of Walauwattha, Mirigama
The annual concert of Child’s World Pre-School of Walauwattha, Mirigama was held last Sunday at the Hakurukumbura Temple premises. The event was well attended by its students and parents, who were seen giving their young ones the fullest encouragement. The chief guest of the event was Sunil Premachandra, a well wisher.
TISSL team at 5th International School Cricket Premier League 2018
The International Schools of Sri Lanka (TISSL) Association initiated their maiden overseas student tour by way of the participation of the ‘TISSL Team’ at the 5th International School Cricket Premier League 2018 in Lucknow, India. The touring contingent, comprising of 14 students and four officials, left Sri Lanka for the 5th ISCPL 2018 scheduled from [...]
Bhuddist Ladies shuttlers win Under-11 ‘E’ runner-up title
Buddhist Ladies College, Colombo 7 emerged runner-up at the Sri Lanka Schools Under-11 Team Doubles ‘E’ Division Badminton Championship worked off at the Welagedera Stadium, Kurunegala and Boyagana Army Indoor Stadium from November 29 to December 1.
Marasinghe wins Mr. Trinity bodybuilding award
S.Y.B. Marasinghe won the Mr. Trinity award at the Bodybuilding contest which took place at the Trinity College Main Hall on November 29. The event was organised by the Physical Culture Club of Trinity College, Kandy. T. Karunatilake became the Mr. Junior Trinity while the Best Poser’s award went to F. Bodinayake. The most muscular [...]
CCC School of Cricket embark on 23rd foreign tour
C.C.C School of Cricket, the leading Cricket Coaching academy from Maitland Crescent Colombo, will embark on their 23rd foreign tour when their Under-12 and Under-13 cricket teams flew to Chennai, India, as guests of internationally famed CSS Whatmore Centre for Cricket based at Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai, last Friday. The 7-day tour programme will [...]
Muslim Ladies College Bambalapitiya keen participants at Sports Meet
Students of the Primary Section of Muslim Ladies College Bambalapitiya keenly participated in their annual Sports Meet, which was held at Cooray Park in Wellawatte. Students presented various events including a colourful drill display, fancy dress parade and a march past. The event was conducted with the intention of giving the youngsters of Muslim Ladies [...]
Sithumi beat Shashini in all RBV final
A home and home table tennis final between Sithumli Rathnayake and Shashini Malsha of Rathnavali Balika Vidyalaya, Gampaha took place at the Girls Under-14 Singles Invitation Table Tennis Tournament 2018 at the Mahara Sports Hall. At this evenly contested battle Sithumli Rathnayake defeated her schoolmate Shashini Malsha 2-0 to emerge champion. Rathnayake won both sets [...]