Photographic Exhibition at Gothami Balika Vidyalaya
The Photographic Art Society of Gothami Balika Vidyalaya recently held a Photographic Exhibition to mark their Photographic Day. The cheif guest was Rear Admiral Surgeon Dr Lalith Ekanayake. A group of the students at the Exhibition. Pix by Priyanka Samaraweera
Presidential Secretariat halts ‘Suraksha’ award to Allianz
The ‘Suraksha’ insurance scheme to provide benefits for government and private school students has come to a halt with a deadlock between the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Presidential Secretariat, over the selection of the Insurance company. As a result, at least 3,500 claims by students in December, January and February have been put [...]
1st General Information Technology online trial exam March 11-18
The first General Information Technology (GIT) online trial exam for186,097 candidates, will take place from March 11-18, at 655 examination centres islandwide, said Commissioner General of Examinations, Sanath Pujitha. The admission cards for all Candidates’ have been sent through their respective schools, while the candidates will be required to produce a valid identity card- National [...]
Cabinet approves amendment to Mahapola Scholarship Act
The Cabinet has approved a proposal by Minister of City Planning, Water Supply & Higher Education, Rauff Hakeem, to amend the Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund Act. One of the amendments relates to the Board of Trustees of the Fund. The current Act states the Board should comprise the Founder, the Chief Justice, Secretaries [...]
MoE directs teachers, principals to Treasury to resolve salary anomalies
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has informed the Teacher Unions that it could not resolve the Teachers’ and Principals’ demands, and the matter would have to be resolved by the Treasury. Teachers and Principals plan to go on sick leave on March 13, in a bid to urge the Government to meet several of their [...]
Budget 2019 proposals for the Education sector
Awarding scholarships to top achiever’s at the GCE Advanced Level (AL) exams to continue undergraduate studies at prestigious foreign universities, initiating the ‘My Future’ loan scheme to allow students to pursue undergraduate studies in Non-State universities and modernization of the curricula are some of the proposals presented towards the Education sector under Budget 2019 Enterprise [...]
St. Anne’s Kurunegala-Colombo Union AGM on March 16
St. Anne’s College Kurunegala-Colombo Union will hold its 37th Annual General Meeting at the Grand Oriental Hotel, Colombo 1, on March 16, at 7 pm, followed by Fellowship and Dinner. The Executive Committee invites all old Annites to participate. Fellowship & Dinner, Rs 2,500 per head. Contact Secretary Ajith Wijesudara on 0718 175 005 for [...]
No action against Principal accused of fraud – CTU
The Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) last week complained that no action has been taken against a Principal of a leading Tamil school in Bambalapitiya, for the alleged embezzlement of monies collected under the School Development Fund (SDF). CTU General Secretary Joseph Stalin said that, although the Ministry of Education (MoE) has completed the inquiry into [...]
Workshop to mark World Wetlands Day
A Workshop to mark World Wetlands Day was held recently amidst concern over the rapidly diminishing wetlands, due to the lack of knowledge of it’s importance and the present urbanisation. An important initiative was taken by the Sri Lanka Water Partnership (SLWP) in collaboration with Ministry of Local Government, Economic Promotion, Power & Energy, Environmental [...]
Southlands’ 2018 GCE A/L ‘Top Achievers’ felicitated
An event to felicitate 6 ‘Top Achievers’ at the 2018 GCE A/L exam, was held recently at Southlands College Galle. Pic by Sirangika Lokukarawita.
FAURS 2018 by Peradeniya University for 5th consecutive year
The Faculty of Agriculture Undergraduate Research Symposium- FAURS 2018, was held on February 21, for the 5th consecutive year at the Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya (UoP). Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Sri Lanka, Tunca Özҫuhadar, was the Chief Guest, while the Keynote Speaker was Hayleys Plantations Managing [...]
Cadet Parade at Walasmulla National School
The Cadet Parade of the Walasmulla National School was held recently with the participation of the Zonal Education Director Chandana Upali Weerasekara and Principal S. Gunapala. Pic by Kirama W.A.Nelka
Practical & Technology Skills Teacher Trainer removed- CTU
The Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) branch in Nuwara Eliya last week charged that the Hatton Zonal Education Office has removed the reserve teacher for Practical & Technology Skills for schools in Division 3 of the Hatton Education Zone (HEZ). CTU Secretary V. Indraselvan alleged that the teacher, M. Muthukumar was removed from his post following [...]
Have you selected the ‘Right University’?
With O/L exams done and dusted, it is time for the next step in life. For the millennial, this could mean starting a job, commencing a degree with a foundation programme, or even completing your ALs! The current trends show that starting the degree is the most popular option. However, finding the right university which [...]
AIC Campus offers the only
European MBA in Sri Lanka with 5 specializations If you are looking for a challenging career in Business and want to obtain a quality European Postgraduate Business qualification your time has come. AIC Campus in collaboration with IPAC School of Management in France for the first time in Sri Lanka offers the Master of Business [...]
ANC Medical Placements No.1 Medical Placement Centre in Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka those pursuing local A/L’s would undoubtedly long for a placement in a state owned university, but the probability of securing admission is so very slim due to the prevailing limitations in the in-take to local universities. There are approximately 255,000 students sitting for Advanced Level exams in Sri Lanka, only 8% of [...]
SLIIT and Curtin University Australia celebrate the success of graduates
Joining hands with the top ranked Curtin University Australia, SLIIT recently celebrated the success of a record number of graduates in the field of Information Technology and Engineering. The event whilst celebrating the achievements of their current graduates, also recognized and celebrated the success of their alumni who were in attendance in large numbers. Prof: [...]
After A/L’s, Invest in your Future @ ICBT Campus…
ICBT Campus the leader in private sector education in Sri Lanka has been offering great opportunities for students to obtain world class foreign Degrees in many disciplines since 1999. In association with some of the best British Universities, ICBT Campus offers Bachelor’s Degrees in IT, Business Management, Quantity Surveying , Engineering & Psychology. Studying at [...]
Teacher of 21ST CENTURY… with BCAS CAMPUS
Established in 1999, British College of Applied Studies popularly known as BCAS CAMPUS has rapidly grown into one of the few leading vocational and tertiary training providers in Sri Lanka with comparatively a large number of students in the private sector higher education with strong UK collaboration. As one of the leading vocational and tertiary [...]
IIA, 8th National Conference to be conducted by Sri Lankan Chapter on March 12
The Institute of Internal Auditors, Sri Lankan chapter will be conducting their 8th national conference on the 12th of March 2018 at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo. The conference will be conducted with the notion of “being agile in a transformative age” for an improved tomorrow. The Conference will be focusing on 4 main areas; Learning to [...]
“INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FAIR 2019” BIG DREAMS NEED BIG OPPORTUNITIES!
International Education Fair (IEF) 2019 is the one-stop destination for unbiased professional education and career advice. Are you planning to become a Medical Doctor, Engineer, Business Professional, Microbiologist, Genetic Engineer, Bio Medical Scientist, IT Expert? Or are you still considering your options after A/Level or O/Level exams? Or like many others are you worried about [...]
The 15th convocation ceremony of the College of Chemical Sciences (CCS)
The 15th Convocation ceremony of the CCS was held ceremoniously at the BMICH on the 25th of February 2019. The designation of Graduate chemist was awarded to 149 graduates who followed the Graduateship in Chemistry programme (GIC) and the designation of diplomates was awarded to 131 students who passed out from the Diploma in Laboratory [...]
BCS Diploma in IT granted NVQ Level 6
Internationally recognized Diploma in IT (Software Engineering and Networking) offered by British Computer Society, The Chartered Institute for IT was granted level 6 of NVQ recently. This opens the BCS Diploma holder to a range of career pathways both nationally and internationally. The National Vocation Qualification framework, commonly known as NVQ framework, is a nationally [...]
SLIM Diploma in Strategic Brand Management Students conduct a Brand Launch in Colombo
A brand launch initiated by SLIM took place on the 2nd of February from 08.30 am onwards at four local supermarkets around Colombo. The full day event was organised as a part of the practical project for the brand launch of the Diploma in Strategic Brand Management Intake 2 – 2018. The Diploma in Strategic [...]
Join with Ocean University to become an expert in Fisheries and Marine Science
Ocean University of Sri Lanka University is one of the well-recognised universities in Sri Lanka which is recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education. Opening doors to an ocean of knowledge and qualifications including the degree programmes, diplomas and certificate courses, the university have broadened the career opportunities in national and international job markets. Established [...]
Gateway College hosts the International Career & College Counselling Regional Forum
The growing complexity of making career choices in an environment of increasing uncertainty and competition has made access to proper career counselling and college admissions guidance to schoolchildren a need of the hour. The International Career & College Counselling (IC3) Conference brings together school leaders, college counsellors, teachers, and university representatives from around the world [...]
SLIIT produces Liverpool John Moores University UK Graduates in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s premier higher education institute SLITT, has a strong affiliation with the globally renowned Liverpool John Moores University United Kingdom, in delivering their top ranked degrees in Sri Lanka. As such, SLIIT has been instrumental in having produced top industry savvy graduates in various disciplines, who have gone on to deliver value to a [...]
‘Does She Travel Safe?’, presented by UNFPA in collaboration with AOD; an eye-opener for International Women’s Day 2019
Sexual harassment is a grave violation of human rights. Leading up to International Women’s Day, UNFPA together with the Colombo Municipal Council, Ministry of Women and Child Affairs, and the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, opened a public exhibition titled “Does She Travel Safe?” featuring real stories of women and girls like who have [...]
Stage Craft 2019: Another unique experience for IIT students
Stage Craft 2019 which is the annual talent show hosted by the students of Informatics Institute of Technology was recently held at Bishops College auditorium amidst a large audience of parents and many other well-wishers. Mr.Dilantha Malagamuwa, a renowned motor racer of Sri Lanka attended the event as the chief guest. Acts ranging from drama [...]
Management & science institute offers a range of top msu Malaysia diplomas that meet future industry needs
Committed towards ensuring a high rate of student’s success, Management & Science Institute (MSI) is a fully affiliated higher educational establishment within the Management and Science University (MSU) Malaysia that is recognized by many other leading universities worldwide including those in the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Japan. Designed in response to global industry needs, [...]
BCAS Educational Fair 2019
The BCAS Educational fair 2019 was held on the 8th March 2019 at BCAS Mount Campus 54, Galle road Mount Lavinia, the 8th March 2019. Foreign Universities from UK, Australia, Canada and many other Universities from different countries participated and highlighted their offers to the aspiring students who are eager to study abroad. Many students [...]
CCC School of Cricket juniors return after triumphant Indian tour
The Under-12 and Under-13 teams of the CCC School of Cricket, the leading Cricket Coaching School in Sri Lanka, returned to the island after a successful tour of Dav Whatmore Centre for Cricket in Chennai, India recently. The two teams were hosted by Dav Whatmore Centre, where the CCC boys underwent specialized training programmes conducted [...]
Over 7,000 children participate in All-Island Schools Kids Athletics Championship 2019
Arranging kids’ day-to-day activities like walking, running, spinning and throwing in a fun way, with a scientific perspective, can help meet their physical exercise requirement. Children should engage in physical activity programmes based on the ‘Four F’ concept (Fun, Fitness, Fundamental, and Friendship), conducted in suitable environments, that provide a balanced physical and academic education. [...]
Gateway rise higher in Rowing as Praveen named Schoolboy Sculler
Rising higher from a successful series of performances in 2017 and 2018, Gateway College excelled at the Sri Lanka Junior, Intermediate and Senior National Rowing Championships, 2019 with a medal tally of a gold, three silver and four bronze medals. The ages of the skilled oarsmen and oarswomen ranged from 13 to 18. Skipper Praveen [...]
Wesley junior ruggerites enjoy successful season opener
The Wesley College junior rugby teams enjoyed a successful opening week to their season activities by winning six out of seven games played prior to the First XV game against Kingswood College at the Nittawela ground in Kandy. Despite the senior team losing the all important Blaze Trophy encounter 12-17, the juniors enjoyed a more [...]
Stafford International School registered their second consecutive win in the annual cricket encounter
The second annual cricket encounter between British School In Colombo (BSC) and Stafford International School (SIS) was played at the R. Premadasa International cricket stadium on the 17th of February. It was a glorious day for cricket with bright sunshine throughout the day. Batting first British School In Colombo (BSC) was in for an early [...]
Lyceum International Schools among highest achievers at ISAC 2019
The 19th edition of the International Schools’ Athletic Championships (ISAC) saw 21 international schools competing against each other for victory in athletic events. Gateway College organised the highly awaited ISAC 2019 which took place from February 15 to 17 at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo. With constructive coaching, talent and teamwork, young athletes from the [...]
Tehan grabs Under-16 boy’s tennis title
Tehan Wijemanne of Royal College defeated Wenuka Kithnula 6-1, 6-1 to emerge Under-16 Boys Singles champion at the SSC Open Tennis Tournament which is being held at the SSC courts. The tournament commenced on January 25 and ended last Tuesday. Tehan defeated Zaidh Zihar 6-1, 6-1 in the quarter-finals and Shivindra Perera 6-2, 6-2 in [...]