Done and dusted: Oh, the places you’ll go!
It was celebration time for students who completed the GCE (A/L) examination. The exam concluded on Friday after nearly four weeks. Here a group of students from a school in Puttalam walk out after the examination on the final day. Pic by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe
Clashes and disputes disrupt State Universities
Several State universities saw clashes, closures and conflicts this week. The University of Sabaragamuwa announced that it will be closed until further notice after several first-year students were assaulted by a group of senior students. Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof Udaya Ratnayake said academic sessions will continue only for first-years while all other students [...]
Principal vacancies to be filled by month end
The Public Service Commission granted approval to recruit 4,800 principals for schools, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said. Nearly 10,000 applicants would be interviewed for the vacancies. Interviews will commence in the coming week, and plans are underway to complete recruitment by the end of the month. Minister Premajayantha said that some of the schools were [...]
Public policy subjects lacking in higher education: President
The J R Jayewardene Centre will be transformed into the J R Jayewardene Centre for Parliamentary Politics offering education and information for parliamentarians and provincial council members, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said. Addressing the launch of the Centre for Governance and Public Policy (C-GaPP) at the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) Research University in Colombo this [...]
Success of GISM’s New Zealand Education Pathways: Students are now Transferring to Massey University
All students who completed studies at the Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM) Campus are now transferring to Massey University to complete their studies. This group of students are those who officially qualified at the award ceremony held at Hilton Hotel, Colombo on 5th November last year with invited delegates from both academia and [...]
Aspiring of studying overseas…?
Why not visit Edlocate Study abroad days in Colombo and Kandy? EDLOCATE is providing a great opportunity for those who are interested in studying in UK, IRELAND, CANADA, AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALND, MALAYSIA and VIETNAM as your study destination. To obtain maximum benefit of this, VISIT EDLOCATE’S STUDY ABROAD DAYS IN COLOMBO & KANDY and get [...]
AOD’s Design Rewind set for the 25th of February to engage and inspire a new generation of creative disruptors
Design Rewind Having come to the close of an eventful 2022, the Academy of Design is losing no time in gearing up for an exciting year ahead. From the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, to the Sri Lanka Design Festival, and finally the AOD Graduate Exhibition, students of Sri Lanka’s pioneering design institution were granted heightened [...]
UNIKEY GLOBAL presents an Education, Migration and Career Expo in Kandy
25th February (Saturday) 2023 from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm At Queens Hotel, Kandy “UNIKEY GLOBAL” headquartered in Melbourne Australia will be organising its Education, Migration and a Career Expo in Queens Hotel Kandy to unlock your doors to world class Education, Migration and to secure Career Development opportunities. UNIKEY GLOBAL operates two branch offices in [...]
SLIIT ‘Industrial Symposium 2023’ paved way for students to broaden knowledge and encourage innovation in meeting industrial market
Supporting the advance of knowledge and encouraging innovation among students, SLIIT’s Faculty of Engineering hosted the ‘Industrial Symposium 2023’ in collaboration with Dialog Axiata Innovation recently. The main objective of the symposium was to build a bridge between industry and SLIIT providing a platform for students at the Institute to obtain new research ideas and [...]
UTS College Sri Lanka’s deep commitment to student success
Small classes in a caring learning environment UTS College Sri Lanka is a wholly owned campus of University of Technology Sydney, Australia. UTS is a dynamic and innovative university, ranked as Australia’s top young university, and 133rd in the world in the Times Higher Education Rankings 2023, reflecting its strength in employability, research, teaching, and [...]
“A Glimpse of Broadway” – A captivating, lion-hearted theatre epic from Trinity College, Kandy
16th February 2023, Kandy: From its inception in 1872, Trinity College Kandy has been no stranger to art and aesthetics and showed a keen interest in drama, music, literature and art. History points out that in its inaugural year, 1872, the school staged its first ever dramatic work: an excerpt from Shakespeare’s ‘The Courtroom Scene’ [...]
MSTI Relocates to a New Premises in Dehiwala
Sri Lanka’s Premier Seamen Training Institute Sri Lanka’s premier Merchant Marine Education provider, MSTI marked the beginning of a new chapter recently when the institute relocated itself to No 32, Station Road, Dehiwala – Mount Lavinia. MSTI, formerly known as Mercmarine Training, operated from its old premises at Maradana, Colombo 10 for a long period [...]
It’s a Blessing to Attend the University of Failure
Once a mother enquired from me about the reason why the younger generation gives up so easily. I explained to her that the reason behind it is that many parents have not taken their children through the proper route of life training. The track of life should be the real life itself and not the [...]
What sits between B and C ?
How to create Brand Equity in the Consumer Market There is no letter that sits between B and C in the Alphabet. However, in the Marketing Alphabet there is something sitting between B and C without which marketing wouldn’t be in a chance to function. B – Brand / Business. C = Consumer >>>. what [...]
Colombo Uni begins new unit to study and promote natural products
The University of Colombo recently inaugurated the Unit of Research and Development of Natural Products at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine (IIM) in Rajagiriya. It has been established to foster research and development efforts, to develop natural pharmaceutical indigenous and ayurveda products, and to use the existing local traditional knowledge, medical plants, minerals and animal [...]
School awareness programme on making Galle city plastic waste free
A hybrid event entitled ‘Addressing Plastic Waste at the Global, National and Local Levels’ sought to engage students’ critical thinking on the use of plastic, drawing on the latest data, policy and market developments concerning the generation and management of plastic materials. Students from three schools in Galle city participated. Over 120 students from Vidyaloka [...]
Royalists help out in Puttalam school
The batch of 2000 of Royal College Colombo took part in a project for the welfare of students of a school in Pallama, in the Puttalam District recently. Former Royalists from various professions teamed up to help students of Kolaeliya Vidyalaya in Pallama. Doctors from the batch assisted in a medical clinic for the students [...]
Norwegian undergrads on study tour at Hambantota Port
25 undergraduates from the University of Adgar, Norway, who were on a tour for their Bachelor’s programme in Development Studies, visited the Hambantota International Port (HIP). The tour lens was to explore the broad range of development issues in practice, and challenges in respect of Sri Lanka’s advancement. The undergrads were offered a ride through [...]
Invest in Education in Fashion Apparel at Brandix Corporate Campus!
Now is the perfect time to invest in education in fashion apparel. With the increasing demand for fashion, apparel and textiles, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of the industry. With ever-evolving clothing technology, it has become increasingly important to stay up-to-date with the latest trends. Brandix Corporate Campus (BCC) has been at [...]
CMA students participate at Chartered Accountants India International Students’ Conference held at Hyderabad
The International Conference for Chartered Accountants India students organized by the Board of Studies, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and hosted by the Board of Studies – Operations of ICAI, the Hyderabad Branch of SIRC of ICAI & Hyderabad Branch of Students Association at Shilpakala vedika was held in Hyderabad recently. The function [...]
Revolutionising healthcare in Sri Lanka: How AI is leading the way
“Sri Lanka’s healthcare system is facing several challenges, including an aging population, a high burden of chronic diseases, and a limited number of medical professionals. In addition, access to quality healthcare is a challenge for many Sri Lankans, particularly those living in rural areas. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to [...]
The Path to Diplomatic Excellence: My Reflection on the Diploma in Diplomacy and World Affairs Programme offered by the BIDTI
As I sit and reflect on my journey at the Bandaranaike International Diplomatic Training Institute (BIDTI), I am filled with a sense of pride and accomplishment. Pursuing a Diploma in Diplomacy & World Affairs was one of the best decisions I have ever made, and I have the BIDTI to thank for the incredible experiences [...]
Wijeya Newspapers Ltd with EDEX Main Expo 2023 as a Print Media Sponsor
Wijeya Newspapers Ltd is a leading media company in Sri Lanka that was founded in 1979 by Ranjit Wijewardene. The company’s main business is publishing newspapers, magazines, and digital media platforms. Wijeya Newspapers publishes several newspapers in Sinhala, Tamil, and English languages, including: Sunday Times – An English language newspaper that is considered one of [...]
THE PATH TO YOUR SUCCESS – VISIT THE EDEX EXPO, 2023!
If you’re after A/L’s and wondering what to do next or if you are considering to upgrade your qualifications and looking for a job (at whatever age or stage in your career), or planning to elevate your career to the next level; to know all the choices, options and opportunities you have at your disposal, [...]
AIS shines with Fame Jr!
It’s not often a school production comes close in paying homage to its original on Broadway. The talented young students of Asian International School rose admirably to the challenge with their rendition of Fame Jr, directed by Anushka Senanayake, that went on the boards at the Lionel Wendt Theatre on the 10th and 11th of [...]
Global Education Fair 2023 – By Global Reach
Are you looking to study abroad? Come meet and discuss your opportunities with representatives of leading institutions from Australia, UK, Singapore and Dubai at the Global Education Fair organized by Global Reach for the 4th time in Sri Lanka. It will be held on the 26th of February from 10 am to 4 pm at [...]
Start 2023 with the best in education!
Join us at the NCHS February 2023 Open Day As new year starts, education should be at the forefront of your plans. We at Nawaloka are proud to assist you to start 2023 with the very best in education. Join us, start the degree of your choice and graduate in the country you have always [...]
SLIIT Business school students hit yet another Benchmark in the realms of Academic Publications
A testimony to the unmatched and unparalleled quality of the education provided by SLIIT, an exemplary team of students, namely Ms. Inuri Yasara, Ms. Piyumi Jayasekara, Ms. Dewni Ruwanpura, and Ms. Sachindra Nambugoda have published a research paper in PLOS ONE, which is a high-ranked Scopus-indexed journal and classified under the top fourteen percent (14%) of [...]
SLIIT in collaboration with the world-renowned Manchester Fashion Institute, launches BSc (Hons) Degree in Fashion Business and Management
To meet the demands of the dynamic fashion industry and support Sri Lanka’s ambitious export goals, SLIIT is excited to launch the BSc (Hons) Degree in Fashion Business and Management offered by the Manchester Fashion Institute, part of Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met). Holding over a century-long history in higher education, Manchester Met is renowned [...]
Hon. President Inaugurates the Center for Governance and Public Policy (C-GaPP) at the SLTC Research University
The SLTC Research University ceremoniously launched the Centre for Governance and Public Policy; the university’s dedicated centre for research, education and policy making on Wednesday the 15th of February at the SLTC University premises in the TRACE Expert City, Colombo 10. The Centre was inaugurated by Hon Ranil Wickremesinghe, The President of the Democratic Socialist [...]
ICLP –CCC Shipping Law and Practice 2023
The Institute for the Development of Commercial Law and Practice, an organization committed to the development and dissemination of information on commercial law and its practice announces the commencement of the “Diploma in Shipping Law and Practice” conducted jointly with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce on the 5th March 2023. The Course is designed to [...]
Fresher’s welcome to the University of Peradeniya
Today we celebrated the holy Eucharist in order to welcome the fresher’s of various faculties at the University of Peradeniya. Thereafter in the initiation ceremony, they received the blessing and medals from their chaplain. They also participated in games and group activities prepared by the Newman Society. We thank all our well-wishers who have supported [...]
If you have the dream, we have the way: Study internationally with IDP
IDP Education Sri Lanka is stepping into 7th Year of Direct operations in Sri Lanka as Market Leaders in International Education. IDP Education is a global leader in international education services, helping people achieve their international education goals. As an Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world. IDP’s success comes [...]
OSC achieves milestone as the first school in Sri Lanka to be awarded the Global Eco-Schools Green Flag
The Overseas School of Colombo is a benchmark institution of academic finesse, specialising in holistic experiential learning. Situated in the Western Province, OSC is the oldest international education institution established in 1957, and the only IB World School in Sri Lanka. A pristine campus that has stayed true to its motto ‘Unity in Diversity’ in [...]
SLIM tailor-made programme to upskill SLIC branch managers
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) signed an MOU with Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) for the tailor-made programme, ‘Certificate in Sales Management’ with a view to upskilling the Branch Managers of SLIC. This practical oriented sales programme is expected to make SLIC branch managers (Life and General insurance) more vibrant and provide them with [...]
Chinese New Year Celebrations at Sabaragamuwa University
A colourful cultural performance was held recently at Sabaragamuwa University to mark the Chinese New Year. The event was organised by the Confucius Classroom of Subaragamuwa University graced by Mr. Zhang Yingbao, Cultural Counsellor and Ms. Li Qingrui, First Secretary of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Sri Lanka. The performances were [...]
SLIIT ICAC 2022 concludes promoting advancements of research in computing
The 4th International Conference on Advancements in Computing 2022 (ICAC2022) concluded on a positive note recently promoting advancements in computing towards economic prosperity in Sri Lanka. Held on the9th and 10th of December 2022 for the fourth consecutive year, ICAC 2022 was organised by Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT). The [...]
Panel discussion on ‘Non-State Actors in Sri Lanka’s Education Sector’
On the International Day of Education, the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) together with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) organised a panel discussion on ‘Non-State Actors in Sri Lanka’s Education Sector’ at the Dr Saman Kelegama Auditorium, IPS. The event focused on disseminating the findings of the ‘Global [...]
Seven Cs by Gateway – Kindergartens on a novel concept
Seven Cs by Gateway is an exploration platform for little ones, a place where the Seven Cs, which are unique human skills that must be nurtured in order to thrive in the modern world, are integrated into the learning experience of the child. With this approach, students are nurtured and encouraged to develop greater capacities [...]