Cleaning up the mess: All for one, and one for all
Educational activities in the Puttalam District were interrupted earlier in the week due to adverse weather conditions. However, by Wednesday some of the schools resumed academic activities. Students are seen here helping to clean up the premises before resuming classes. Pic by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe.
COPA displeased with state of NEMIS, calls for reports
The data system initiated under the National Education Management Information System (NEMIS) has failed to reach the expected level of performance, the Committee on Public Accounts in Parliament was told. Officials who were present at the COPA meeting pointed out that although this data system was initiated in 2012, it has not yet reached the [...]
A/Level classes to begin June 4 to ensure no school drop-outs
The Education Ministry has detailed guidelines on implementing the proposals to admit students to the GCE (A/L) classes before the release of the recently concluded O/L examination results. The Ministry has explained that the objective of the scheme was to ensure that the continuity of education is maintained, minimising the dropouts of student between resuming [...]
Applications called for English teachers
The Education Ministry has called for applications to fill English teacher vacancies in regional English support centres. English teachers have been requested to forward their applications before June 20. Candidates are expected to have not less than five years of minimum service period and a Bachelor of Education (English) Degree/Bachelor of Arts (Special) Degree in [...]
Indian HC offers MBBS, BDS, BE, B Tech, B Pharm, B Arch study courses
The High Commission of India in Colombo has called for applications from eligible Lankan students for undergraduate courses in MBBS, BDS, BE, B Tech, B Pharm, B Arch, and diploma level technical courses and diploma in Pharmacy course under the self-financing scheme for the academic year 2024-25. Persons of Indian origin, overseas citizens of India [...]
Dengue research efforts of Professor Neelika Malavige, USJ feature in global publication
The global fight against dengue fever has received a significant boost from the research efforts at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ). Professor Neelika Malavige, a leading researcher at USJ, is featured in a recent article on Think Global Health, highlighting the critical role Sri Lanka and USJ play in tackling this climate-sensitive disease. The [...]
Kingswood College team wins debate
Kingswood College won the bilingual debating segment of the Central Province Debating contest for the fifth time, beating the Dharmaraja College team. Governor Lalith U Gamage presented the Champion’s Trophy to the winning team. More than 20 schools participated in this contest. The team comprised Gaweesgha Weerasuders, Dilina Ariyawansa, Sandith Jayarane, Sithun Perera, and Jayan [...]
Curtin Colombo, a global partner of Curtin University in Sri Lanka, offers world-class education and immeasurable opportunities
Curtin Colombo, at the forefront of academic excellence, is proud to be a global campus of Curtin University, Australia, ranked among the top one percent of universities worldwide based on Academic Ranking of World Universities 2022. With a strong emphasis on practical skills and industry relevance, Curtin Colombo offers a diverse range of world-class degrees [...]
FROM ENTRY-LEVEL TO EXECUTIVE: NAVIGATING THE CORPORATE HIERARCHY
Introduction Navigating the complex corporate hierarchy poses a significant challenge for individuals at all levels of experience in any given organisation. Whether you are a new entry-level employee starting your career journey or a seasoned executive managing various departments, understanding the organisational structure and mastering navigation skills are essential for personal development and success. For [...]
OBLATES RE-ENTER THE FIELD OF EDUCATION IN ANURADHAPURA
“The Catholic Church continues to impart education to children of all Religions through their Schools and the Holy Family Sisters and the Oblates who had been pioneers in this field already in Anuradhapura many years ago through their schools namely Holy Family Convent (which is now Swarnapali Balika Vidyalaya) and through St. Joseph’s College. The [...]
APIIT Law School Hosts Third Annual Inter School Debate Competition
Bringing together some of the finest young debaters from over 40 schools across Sri Lanka, this competition aims to inspire courage, foster memorable experiences, and showcase the power of respectful dialogue and innovation, echoing the words of Margaret Heffernan: “For good ideas and true innovation, you need human interaction, conflict, argument, and debate.” Organised for [...]
CEAT presents road safety kits to 10 more schools
CEAT Kelani Holdings has extended the company’s road safety programme for school children to its 15th year, with the donation of road safety kits to 10 more schools in the first three months of 2024. Each of the beneficiary schools received seven road safety signboards, 10 traffic cones, 10 traffic warden jackets and 300 booklets [...]
It’s Okay not to be Okay
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. So, if you’re feeling a little down under the weather once in a blue moon, what is it that you do to cope up with that? It is perfectly normal to be feeling a little down under once in a while. What matters is that we [...]
Leaning Neuromarketing, Chocolate and Sports cars
In marketing, understanding the needs and wants of customers is crucial for effective product development and promotion. Traditionally, this understanding has been achieved through direct interactions with customers, such as interviews and surveys. However, these methods often suffer from biases and inaccuracies. Respondents may not always provide truthful or accurate answers, leading to paradoxical conclusions. [...]