Physician heal thyself: University students protest again
Medical students this week held a protest outside the Sri Lanka Medical Council in Colombo demanding that the standard of medical education be protected. Pic by Priyanka Samaraweera
Pawra – Raids around schools net drugs and sellers
The Police have launched a programme to prevent the distribution of narcotics around schools under the programme ‘Pawra’ (Barrier), the Acting Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon told Timesonline. The move came after a survey carried out by Police intelligence units, the Criminal Investigations Department and Special Task Force revealed that 4,893 schools were vulnerable [...]
Rajarata Uni hosts career guidance workshop
The Rajarata University of Sri Lanka Alumni Association (RUSLAA) sponsored a career guidance workshop and a panel discussion on the theme ‘Unlocking Excellence’ for the university’s undergraduate students recently to coincide with the university’s 28th anniversary. The event was held in the Auditorium of the Faculty of Management Studies, under the patronage of the Vice [...]
Law College orientation programme next week
The Sri Lanka Law College will conduct the orientation programme for new students selected for the academic year 2024 next week. The programme will take place at Sri Lanka Law College from Monday, February 12 to Thursday, February 15, from 9 am to 4 pm. Preliminary year lectures will begin on Monday, February 19. The [...]
All schools to go digital by June
By June this year, schools up to GCE Advanced Level (A/L) Examination in the country will be digitised, allowing children to continue their education directly with new technology, Education Minister Dr Susil Premajayantha said. Equality of educational opportunities for all children in the nation is the ministry’s goal, according to Minister Premajayantha. Therefore all 3,000 [...]
Teachers not allowed to tutor their schoolchildren for additional fee
Teachers State schools in the Southern Province will be issued a circular that forbids them from bringing their students to the tuition classes where they are teaching. Southern Province Governor Dr Willy Gamage said that he had instructed the Secretary of the Province’s Ministry of Education Ranjith Yapa on this. Teachers employed by the Southern [...]
Immediate implementation of educational reforms necessary: President
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that the future heavily relies on new technological knowledge requiring the country to create a generation proficient in information technology and artificial intelligence. The president made these comments during his policy statement in Parliament this week. Excerpts of his speech on education: “Education and Health are vital focus areas, which [...]
British Council’s networking event brings together latest cohort of Commonwealth Scholars from Sri Lanka
The British Council in Sri Lanka successfully hosted its annual networking event to welcome home the most recent batch of Sri Lanka’s Commonwealth Scholars from the UK on completion of their studies. The event held at the Mövenpick Colombo was attended by a large number of Commonwealth Scholars from Sri Lanka along with British Council [...]
150 high achievers felicitated at the CDB Sisudiri Scholarship Season 15
Students excelling at Grade 5 Scholarship, GCE O/Level examinations awarded scholarships CDB has invested LKR 45 million for over 1000 scholarships over 15 years 150 high achieving students who excelled in the Grade 5 Scholarship and GCE Ordinary Level examinations were felicitated at the 15th CDB Sisudiri Scholarship Awards Ceremony held at the BMICH in January. [...]
APIIT Law Journal Volume 02 Unveiled:
APIIT Law School has achieved a significant milestone with the successful launch of the Second Edition of the APIIT Law Journal (ALJ). The journal, unveiled on December 8, 2023, signifies APIIT’s commitment to advancing legal research and creating a platform for intellectual discourse within the legal community. The ALJ’s Second Edition comprises articles covering Constitutional [...]
Edex, Kandy – Guest Talk “Soft Skills For Effective Leadership”
EDEX is hosting the Kandy edition of the career fair on 17th & 18th February 2024 at Kandy City Center. A key feature will be guest talks by several prominent corporate personalities. One among which is the above guest talk at 12 noon on 17th February, by senior corporate personality & Executive Consultant, Royal Colombo [...]
IDP Education Fair – Meet 40+ premier institutions from Australia and New Zealand
16th February | 11.00 am Grand Kandyan Hotel, Kandy 17th February | 11.00 am Galadari Hotel, Colombo Mark your calendars for the most significant education event in Sri Lanka! IDP Education, the world leader in international education student placement, is hosting Sri Lanka’s largest Australia and New Zealand Study Abroad Fair. This exclusive event will take place [...]
Modern Teaching Methods Revolutionising Online Education
Pedagogy and teaching have evolved dramatically in the last few decades. Gone are the days when students had to sit passively and just listen (or, better said, space out) while their teacher gave long lectures. New teaching methods have been integrated into physical and virtual classrooms, significantly improving the learning experience and knowledge retention. So, [...]
Celebrating Academic Triumph
ACBT Graduation Ceremony 2024 19th January 2024 at BMICH On the auspicious evening of January 19, 2024, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) bore witness to the grandeur of the graduation ceremony hosted by ACBT, in association with Middlesex University London and Pearson. The event marked not only the culmination of academic endeavours but [...]
Lyceum Anuradhapura: A Gateway Of Opportunity
Lyceum International School was founded in 1993, emulating an ancient and illustrious Greek educational tradition. Lyceum Anuradhapura, a branch of the mother school, was founded in 2013, 20 years later. In the three decades since its inception, Lyceum has enriched education in the International Schools network in Sri Lanka, by catering to both local and [...]
Top Great Leaders of the World
Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) Born in an ordinary Indian family in Gujrat, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was a rebellious leader of a multitude of protests that aimed to liberate India. Moments like Civil Disobedience, Dandi March, and Quit India were his brainchild and cite his glory. Later on, he was awarded the title of ‘Father of the Nation’. [...]
Royal Institute Of Colombo Is On A Pathway To Shaping Future Psychologists
Exploring the enigma of the human mind takes centre stage in today’s society as organisations and individuals have understood the value of mental health, and the importance of empowering individuals to be their best selves. Contributing to the upliftment of mental health studies in Sri Lanka, Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC) has launched a collaborative [...]
09 GENIUS Study Hacks To Save You Time (& Score Top Grades In Exams)
1. Get clever with your clock Struggling to drag yourself out of bed in the morning? (Let’s face it, many of us do!) Place your alarm clock across the room so you physically have to get up in order to turn it off. And strategically position your kettle (full of water) and all the things you need [...]
Holistic development in students a must: Prime Minister
The significance of character and holistic development in students must be underlined in addition to the fundamentals of education, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has said. The Prime Minister made these remarks on Wednesday (7) during the Central Board of Secondary Education Gulf Sahodaya (CBSE Gulf Sahodaya) of international school principals from Western Asia and the [...]
Bicentennial celebrations of Uduvil Girls’ College
The inaugural function of the bicentennial celebrations of Uduvil Girls’ College was held this week in their College Hall. The programme was titled ‘Anthizo’ which in Greek means blossom. It was 200 years ago that a young American missionary, Harriet Winslow, started this school which was then called the Female Central School. The first two [...]
J’Pura Uni’s ICMA 2024 conference unites academics and industry professionals
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura hosted the 10th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (ICMA), organised by the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) this week. The event served as a platform for academics and industry professionals to exchange insights and experiences in various fields, contributing to national and global development, according to the university. The conference [...]
State Minister of Defence visits KDU
State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon this week briefed staff of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) on the progress of the establishment of ‘City College of Technology’ at Dambulla as an expansion of the KDU wing in the Kurunegala District. Minister Tennakoon visited the KDU in Ratmalana on Thursday where he [...]
Ananda Guru Harasara on Friday
Teachers who served Ananda College, Colombo, will be honoured for their excellent service at a ceremony on February 16 at 4 pm at the Kularathna Hall of the College. The event titled ‘Ananda Guru Harasara’ has been organised by the Old Boys’ Association. The chief guest will be former Speaker and old Anandian Deshamanya Karu [...]
Meet University Representatives of selected universities in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Malaysia for “One on One” sessions at Edlocate Colombo office during the month of February 2024
Edlocate is offering students who are focused on the university they wish to study in and the course they wish to enroll in – the opportunity to meet the university representatives on exclusive and personal one-on-one sessions. This is a wonderful opportunity to clarify all your “nagging issues” regarding the course, the career the course [...]
Are you a student in and around Kandy? Planning to study overseas? Why not meet with University Representatives on 15th Feb to learn on excellent opportunities to study across 7 study destinations!
Choosing to study overseas is an important decision in one’s life. What to study and where to study to reach academic, career and personal growth are factors that need to be given a lot of attention. There are countless things to consider, such as, selecting the ideal destination, the university, programme, pathway, affordability, ability to [...]
Fueling Your Drive : The Art Of Self-Motivation In A Professional Setting
By: Prasanna Perera, Marketing And Management Consultant, Corporate Trainer And Senior Lecturer Introduction In today’s fast-paced and competitive professional landscape, self-motivation has become an essential skill for achieving success and staying ahead of the curve. It is a crucial factor for success in any professional setting. It is the internal drive that propels individuals to [...]
Invest in an Education in Fashion Apparel with Brandix Corporate Campus!
Now is the perfect time to invest in an 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 [...]
People’s Bank implements a tree planting project in Anuradhapura under ‘Husma Bedana Like Ekak’ initiative
People’s Bank ‘Mahajana Mehewara’ initiative, known for its commitment to social responsibility, recently kicked off the ‘Husma Bedana Like Ekak’ campaign with a tree-planting event at K.B. Rathnayaka Maha Vidyalaya in Anuradhapura. The event saw active participation from key figures, including Asitha Danawalawithana, Anuradhapura Regional Manager of People’s Bank, and Deepika Kumarasinghe – Principal of [...]
BSc. Hons (Chemical Science) Degree at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon has opened a new intake for the BSc. Hons. (Chemical Science) degree programme for the year 2024. It is the only programme of its kind offered by a non-state educational institute in Sri Lanka. This degree was approved by the Ministry of Education in the year 2020 and designed to [...]
Heshana Kuruppu ceremoniously inducted as the 27th President of CA Sri Lanka
Renowned Chartered Accountant, Mr. Heshana Kuruppu, was inducted as the 27th President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) at a gala event on 18thJanuary 2024 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. Mr. Kuruppu was ceremoniously inducted as the new President by outgoing President Mr. Sanjaya Bandara, in the presence of [...]
Embracing a Boundaryless Future: The Era of Knowledge Without Owners
The global educational landscape is currently undergoing a significant transformation, with the online learning sector expected to achieve a remarkable annual growth rate of 9.1% between 2018 and 2026. Sri Lanka too stands at the forefront of this educational revolution, experiencing a surge in online learners as statistics reveal a substantial presence in the digital [...]
All Set For The Bci Campus Open Weekend 2024!
BCI Campus, Negombo, is all set to commence its Open Weekend 2024, happening on the 9th (Friday), 10th (Saturday), and 11th (Sunday) of February 2024 at the BCI Campus premises in Negombo. The event aims to open its doors to all A/L Exam Complete students and their parents exploring higher educational opportunities, paving their way [...]
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR A WORLD-RECOGNISED Ph.D. PROGRAMME FROM THE MSU MALAYSIA
Management and Science University (MSU) is a Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and multi-global-ranked institution focused on building holistic human capital. Envisioning a better, more sustainable future for all, we champion equality by providing a level playing field across extensive efforts in transforming lives, enriching future through compelling learning experiences. MSU currently ranks in the QS Top [...]
Madagodalanda Sri Siddhartha Sunday School celebrates 31 years
Completing 31 years of the Galigamuwa Madagodalanda Sri Siddhartha Sunday School, the prefects induction ceremony and annual prize giving took place on February 4 at the Hotel Shans in Galigamuwa under the guidance of Venerable Nelundeniya Dhammadassi, Chief Incumbent of the Madagodalanda Temple. Ven. Mugunuwela Anuruddha Thera graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
NEW ZEALAND EDUCATION FAIR 2024 ON 17TH FEBRUARY AT GALLE FACE HOTEL COLOMBO
Organised by Thames International – the leading agent for New Zealand education in Sri Lanka The New Zealand Education Fair is being held on Saturday 17th February 2024 from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm at the Galle Face Hotel Colombo. Representatives of the leading universities, polytechnics and institutes are participating and you are cordially invited [...]
Inspire your Creativity: HUAWEI Launches GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity
Huawei officially kicked off the HUAWEI GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity. From 5 January 2024 to 29 February 2024, participants can showcase their digital art skills in an online contest that embodies Huawei’s commitment to sparking creativity. HUAWEI GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity is a platform for anyone who loves to create, to express themselves, inspire creativity, [...]
AOD initiates progressive discourse on AI’s assistive role in creativity for Sri Lankan designers
Artificial Intelligence can’t replace creative humans; but, it can boost their efficiency and streamline work processes At the forum ‘AI as an ally, not a foe,’ organized by AOD, a series of expert panellists delved into the multifaceted role of AI in various sectors, including education, design, marketing, and the creative industry “AI will always [...]
The Future Awaits You: SLIIT Welcomes Applicants for the Main Intake – Apply Today!
With a legacy of academic excellence and a reputation for producing industry-ready graduates, SLIIT as a pioneer in higher education has commenced new admissions for its main intake 2024 offering diverse higher education pathways and gateway to a successful future. SLIIT was founded in 1999 and is a Ministry of Education and University Grants Commission [...]
GISM extended its collaboration with Massey University in New Zealand Providing more Opportunities for Sri Lankan students to Graduate with affordable Cost
The Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM)recently extended its collaboration with Massey University opening doors for Sri Lankan students to graduate in the area of Agriculture for immediate employment opportunities. This was initiated by signing anagreement by Professor Jan Thomas, the Vice Chancellor of Massey University and Professor G.G. Senaratne, President of GISM in [...]