Royal College Group of 2004 celebrates 20 years of excellence and service to alma mater
View(s):With immense pride and anticipation, the Royal College Group of 2004 (RCG04) announced its highly awaited 20th anniversary celebration. Two decades of unwavering camaraderie, remarkable achievements, and cherished memories culminate in this momentous occasion.
As a beacon of excellence in the alumni community, RCG04 is not only dedicated to preserving the esteemed standards of Royal College but also exudes a vibrant spirit of togetherness. In nearly 20 years of rich history, RCG 04 has been a driving force in enhancing the school’s legacy through thoughtfully planned events, fostering meaningful connections among classmates, and actively contributing to projects that uplift the school’s facilities, sports programmes, and socially responsible initiatives. The upcoming celebration marks not just an anniversary but a testament to the enduring legacy and shared commitment of RCG04 to the continued success of Royal College.
The financial pledge made by RCG ’04 to their alma mater for this year. Pictured (from left) are Thilanka Bandara (Treasurer RCG ’04), Janith Jayawardene (Secretary RCG ’04), Chameera Laknath (President RCG ’04), Thilak Waththuhewa (Principal, Royal College) and Aruna Samarajeewa (Secretary, Royal College Union)
In the realm of distinguished alumni associations, the Royal College Group of 2004 (RCG ’04) stands as a paragon of dynamism and excellence. Renowned for our continuous commitment to uphold and elevate the esteemed standards of Royal College, the group take pride in fostering a lively brotherhood.
This year marks the illustrious 20th anniversary, and in celebration, RCG ’04 is not only reaffirming its dedication but also setting the stage for impactful projects under the esteemed guidance of the Royal College Union (RCU). Embracing tradition, the RCG ‘04 eagerly anticipate hosting an exclusive batch tent during the revered 145th Royal-Thomian Battle of the Blues cricket encounter, slated for March 7, 8 and 9 at the SSC grounds.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, the Royal College Group of 2004 excitedly introduce a series of initiatives aimed at contributing goods and services valued at Rs.2million to Royal College. In addition the group collaborated with healthcare professionals to organise a health camp at Royal College, providing students with essential health services, screenings, and wellness consultations.
One of the proud products of Royal College, Niluka Karunarathna, a three-time Olympian and Olympic captain, and the Royal Crown of 2001 and Royal badminton captain of 2003, has pledged his support as a badminton consultant. Through his involvement training programmes will be conducted at Royal College aiming to enrich the students’ skills and passion for the sport.
The RCG ’04 has also raked in the support of renowned leadership expert, LienKay Coaching, to conduct an exclusive workshop tailored for school captains, focusing on honing leadership skills and fostering personal and team development.
The group also donated laptops to underprivileged students, bridging the digital divide and empowering students for academic success in an increasingly digital world through the generous assistance of their branch in Australia. In addition the group collaborated with the Robin Hood Army, to distribute 1000 meal packs to underprivileged communities, addressing societal needs beyond the school premises.
The group has initiated a collaboration with the Mercantile Athletics Federations Sri Lanka, to organise a programme for Royal College athletes focusing on injury prevention, nutrition, and workload management. A comprehensive medical screening and nutrition programme has been is implemented for the Royal College football squad, emphasizing the well-being and performance optimization of the athletes.
Another initiative made by the RCG ’04 was the historic Roy-Tho Airbus, which carried a good number of Royalists and Thomians and their families from Melbourne to Colombo in collaboration with SriLankan Airlines. The laptops were presented to deserving students from universities and other schools at a ceremony held at the Royal College Skill Centre at Rajakeeya Mawatha earlier this week.