Muslim wedding mag launched
Alzawaj Wedding Planner launched its “Alzawaj” Muslim Wedding Magazine at a recent ceremony held at the Green Palace in Wellawatte, Colombo. Here Ruzaik Farook receiving the copy of the magazine from Tower Hall Foundation Director Hassim Omar. The magazine’s editor, Fathima Shazna, and Imasha Dilshani Perera were also present.
Student support for Galle coral reef protection programme
This week, many students assisted a programme to protect coral reefs in Galle by joining the Sri Lanka Ocean Foundation, the Central Cultural Fund and the Marine Archaeology unit in Galle to clean up polythene and other waste settled on the corals. Pix by Sirangika Lokukarawita
A maximum of fifty students for grade six classrooms: Education Ministry
A proposal to increase student numbers in classrooms to a maximum of 50 students in the grade six classes has been submitted as a solution to the ongoing crisis over increased cutoff marks for students who passed the grade five scholarship exam last year. The move came after a string of protests over the decision [...]
Five students at UoK test positive; final exams to continue
While five undergraduates at the Kelaniya University have tested positive for COVID-19, the ongoing final year exams at the University’s humanities and social sciences faculties will continue as scheduled, a university official said. Issuing a statement on Friday, the university acknowledged that five undergraduates from the Humanities Faculty had tested positive after random PCR tests [...]
New food products from Wayamba and Sabaragamuwa universities commercialised through AHEAD project
The Universities of Wayamba and Sabaragamuwa have partnered with the commercial sector to promote their unique food products via the AHEAD (Accelerating Higher Education Expansion and Development) programme’s University Business Linkage structure. Under the UBL system, universities have to follow a six-step procedure to release their innovations for public use to the market. When a product [...]
CTU says no-pay leave for teachers who protested, a violation of their rights
Considering sick leave applied by around 100 northern teachers who protested last week, as no pay leave, is in violation of their rights, the Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) said last week. CTU President Theeban Arokiyanathan said the teachers had called in sick before they participated in the protest that took place before the Northern Governor’s [...]
Improvements in the education sector within the next few years: President
There will be qualitative improvement in the education sector within the next few years, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said in his Independence Day speech. “A separate State Ministry has been created to undertake the reforms needed in the education sector. Two task forces have also been created to obtain specialist assistance for these reforms. We are [...]
Graduate Studies Faculty established to promote research in local universities
A Graduate Studies Faculty has been established as an administrative centre for promoting research and providing courses of study leading to higher degrees, and other academic distinctions in any branch of learning as agreed by the respective University and the Commission. An ordinance cited as the Faculty of Graduate Studies Ordinance No. 05 of 2020 [...]
Lumbini Royal College launches division council to mark 73rd Independence Day
To commemorate the 73rd Independence Day, Lumbini Royal College in Kandy launched a division council encouraging students, well-wishers, past pupils and parents to develop schools. School principal W. M. Jayantha Bandara said he looks forward to encourage other schools to form such schools for the benefit of their schools. University of Peradeniya Professor Liyanage Amarkeerthi [...]
Former Mahagastota Republican International School principal returns
Neil Subasinghe, former Principal of the Republican International School in Mahagastota, has once again assumed duties as the school’s principal. He has returned after serving as the principal of the Sri Lanka International School in Oman.
Grade five scholarship admissions delayed
The intake of last year’s grade five scholarship examination students has been delayed by a month, Education Ministry Secretary Kapila Perera said. Prof. Perera said during this period, the Ministry would look into allegations over the increased cut off marks issued to admit students to popular schools. Teacher unions and parents’ associations protested and said [...]
Jaffna University students placed under quarantine
Sixty seven students at the Jaffna University have been placed under quarantine after five students tested positive for COVID-19 this week, Northern Province Health Director A. Ketheeswaran said. Dr. Ketheeswaran told the Education Times that PCR tests were conducted on 148 students and five students were found positive. “The five COVID positive students are from [...]
Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) strengthens Partnership with prestigious Deakin University; Launches Education Centre for Global Collaboration
The country’s pioneer in quality higher education in Engineering and Technology, Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC), recently renewed its partnership with coveted Deakin University in Australia at a virtual event hosted at SLTC Trace Expert City, Colombo. Deakin University is one of the top-ranking universities in Australia for quality of education and student satisfaction. The [...]
World Institute for Peace Nigeria ( WIP) Awards Ashanika Nidumi Wijerathne of Sri Lanka Laureate of Peace and Unity
Ashanika Nidumi Wijerathne is one of the outstanding past pupil of St’ Bridget’s Convent Colombo 7.She was the President of Sinhala Debating team in 2015 and possessed great speech and academic skills at her Alma mater. Soon after her A/L’s she joined CIPM ( Chartered Institute of Personnel Management Sri Lanka )and became partly qualified [...]
GISM offers you a chance to study at Massey University, New Zealand at a fraction of the cost
“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” – Benjamin Franklin But this investment need not break the bank. As a Sri Lankan student, it is now possible to obtain a recognised degree at an affordable cost through GISM from universities that have continuously obtained high rankings for teaching methodologies and research work. GISM is [...]
A-level student achieves Melbourne dream
The release of A – Level results is a cause for celebration and the mark of a new era for many happy students across Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan, University of Melbourne student, Tharun Nimnaka Dharmawickrema and his family remember this feeling all too well. “When I was accepted to the University of Melbourne, I felt [...]
Calling young Sri Lankans with a aptitude for business
Business people are change-makers. They are the entrepreneurs, job creators and leaders with the know-how to drive our economy. For young people in Sri Lanka, studying business can unlock career opportunities in disciplines such as economics, finance, HR, marketing, management and much more. Business graduates have the skills to solve complex problems, make quick decisions [...]
Shine as a Confident Communicator in New Normal
As the world is adjusting to the challenges of the Covid 19 era, only the smartest and most effective people will be able to make an impact and go forward. The ability to speak out and make presentations in public will give you a cutting edge as you face new challenges in your life and [...]
Free Webinar on Digital Teaching Methodology during COVID 19 for Lecturers and school Techers in Sri Lanka by Cyber Jaya University Malaysia
The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted operations for many sectors including the education sector. The sudden pandemic has forced many institutions to reinvent themselves within the shortest span of time. The greatest challenge in this process of reinvention is to ensure all parties; education leaders, educators, supports services and most importantly students are aligned toward the [...]
Belvoir College International Excels at the Edexcel AS and A Level Examination
Situated in the heart of Colombo, one of the oldest International schools in the Country, Belvoir College International excels distinctively at the recently concluded Edexcel AS & A Level examinations. The school achieves a 100% overall pass rate with 90% of students achieving A * to C and 25% of the candidates achieving all A [...]
Sri Lankan Initiates World’s First ‘College-As-A-Service’ Platform;
The London Institute of Business and Technology Taking Professional & Vocational Education to new heights Sri Lankan entrepreneur Sesiri Pathirane, Co-founder of The London Institute of Business & Technology (LIBT), recently announced the launch of the world’s first ever ‘College-As- A-Service’ platform successfully adopting principles of ‘Software-As-A-Service’ or SAAS into higher education. LIBT will differ [...]
A Duplicate mind inside an Original Body
Fake products which look identical to its original are inexpensive. When I was in China at a very young age, I bought a fake Rolex which costed me only Rs. 2000/-, but it lasted only for six months. The life span and progression of a fake product is short-lived. Contrarily the originals even alongside being [...]
World’s Most Awarded Creative School Miami Ad School, Now in Colombo
Miami Ad School Sri Lanka is now open in Colombo 4 bringing exciting possibilities and global potential for the creative minds in the island. For us, the real world becomes the classroom with a collaboration of fresh perspectives and global ideologies that influence the future of design, digital marketing, strategic thinking and innovation. At Miami [...]
Canadian Education Fair 2021
As a leading Canadian consultation center, Flex Institute has been providing its trusted service for more than 10 years while making multitude of candidates’ Canadian dream a reality. We have our reputation for assisting you with your Student Visa / Business Visa/ Open-work permit/ Visitor Visa/ Family Visit visa while assuring with the succession of [...]
SLIIT – Curtin University Virtual Open Day 2021 Highlights Curtin Programmes Offered in Colombo
SLIIT hosted a Curtin University Open Day on 16 January 2021 to provide prospective students with vital information about the Curtin University Computing and Engineering programmes offered at SLIIT International in Colombo. In view of the health concerns, the Curtin Open Day was held via online platforms such as Zoom, Facebook and YouTube. The event [...]
Taylor’s University Ranked No. 1 Private University in Malaysia and South-East Asia
Taylor’s University ranked no.1 private university in Malaysia and 89th in Asia according to the latest QS Asia University Rankings 2021. Taylor’s continues to break barriers in becoming one of the leading educational institutions in the world, rising 90 ranks since 2016 and has made positive strides in Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Internationalisation and Faculty [...]
Slay the dread
Online Discussion Forum on Mental Health -Leo Club of University of Moratuwa and Centennial Leo Club of Richmond College- The greatest wealth of life is a good health. As same as the physical health, mental health is also important and mental wellbeing is the base of a healthy and successful person. You should rise when [...]
Discover a broad range of study opportunities at the biggest virtual Canadian University meet-up in town
Osprey Education Canada Inc, a reputed “Canadian Education Consultancy firm” in partnership with Emergence Education, Sri Lanka has planned the biggest Virtual Canadian University Meet-Up in town from 09th February to 13th February. The purpose of this event is to showcase the benefits that Sri Lankan students would get in choosing Canada as their No.1 [...]
“Corporate Governance in Sri Lanka and Its Battle against the Pandemic in Uncertain Times”
Introduction Exceptional times call for exceptional action. COVID -19 has taken an entire planet hostage and there is no visibility to a foreseeable end or an acclaimed remedy and is likely to imprint lasting effects on Sri Lankan society and the economy. The pandemic has set a significant and an adverse effect on law, companies [...]
Launching “Management Digest” in Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka recently launched its maiden magazine on management namely ‘Management Digest’ (Udyama). As an “A” graded management faculty of the Sri Lankan state university system, FMS always attempts to be a knowledge hub for the nation by connecting to a wider network. This [...]
Embarking on a New Journey: Academic Department Establishment of NSBM Faculty of Computing
Faculty of Computing of NSBM Green University marked another significant milestone to its extraordinary journey towards becoming the best place for technology education. With the great inspiration and guidance of the visionary leader, Vice-chancellor Prof. E. A. Weerasinghe and its top management, NSBM established four departments within the faculty. This comprises the Department of Information [...]
Horizon Campus signs MOU with OREL Corporation
Leading higher education institute Horizon Campus recently partnered with the company behind some of the country’s most recognized lighting brands,OREL Corporation, to initiate an industry-academic collaboration with the aim of fostering and nurturing students in the areas of entrepreneurship and innovation . This partnership was established through Electronic and Robotic division of OREL Corporation which [...]
CA Sri Lanka kicks off mentoring programme in Kandy
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) in partnership with Sanasa Development Bank PLC (SDB) kicked off its mentoring programme in Kandy to reinforce SME business owners and support them to become successful entrepreneurs in the region. The programme was held in Kandy with the participation of a large number of [...]
CSSL elects new executive council
The Annual General Meeting of the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) was held on 26th January 2021, and the new executive council for the year 2021 was duly elected. Mr. Damith Hettihewa, Managing Director, Nimbus Cloud Lanka Ltd, was elected as the President, whilst Dr. Ajantha Athukorale, Deputy Director, University of Colombo School of [...]
Dear Readers,
Victor Hugo once said “He who opens a school door, closes a prison”, and I truly believed a university where we can educate children was of utmost importance. I was adamant; to fulfill this dream of mine, to educate children in the way I thought was best. The battles I’ve fought day and night, while [...]
The UK government must do more to help students through the pandemic
Moving entire universities online, or at least to a blended and socially distanced middle ground, has been a huge challenge, which has been met with admirable resilience, hard work and creativity. Staff have moved mountains in rapid response to the changing circumstances, often with fewer resources because of sickness and homeschooling. But we can’t pretend [...]
Scholarships Offered by Prestigious Australian Universities when you study and transfer through ANC Foundation & Diploma programmes
The ultimate way to move towards your dreams is to set things in motion even amidst glaring hurdles. ANC Education the leading institute for Australian Higher education in the country equips you to be well prepared for the changing economic climate in the global market, and have paved the way for students to obtain excellent [...]
Why should Doctors in 2030 have a Bio Medical Degree?
Becoming a Medical Practitioner maybe the most popular career goal that many have. Future doctors nurture their passion for helping others before applying for a Medical school. Medicine is also a versatile field that can be studied anywhere in the world, so you have a variety of choices at your disposal. However, since it’s a decision [...]
Launch of SLIM Startup Incubator 2020
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing recently launched the SLIM Startup Incubator 2020 to empower aspiring local entrepreneurs to get their business ideas off the ground. The Startup Incubator will provide valuable support and resources to make their startup story a success. Rather than trying to implement a business idea on their own, without proper [...]
CREATING FUTURE LEADERS AT MANAGEMENT & SCIENCE INSTITUTE (MSI)
Management and Science Institute (MSI) is one of the leading higher institutions in Sri Lanka that offers professional education to meet global industry demand At MSI the key focus is to develop knowledge and enhancing skills of students while preparing them to obtain employment opportunities with higher studies. Choose from a variety of study modes [...]