Passing the baton: Pera gets new VC
Outgoing Vice Chancellor of the Peradeniya University Professor M D Lamawansa dons the cloak of office on Vice Chancellor elect Professor Terrence Madhujith at the VC’s Office. Pic by L B Senaratne
UGC to upgrade equipment of State-run unis, higher educational institutes
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is to upgrade equipment of State-run universities and higher educational institutes at a cost of Rs 10 billion. UGC Chairman Prof Sampath Amaratunga told Education Times that they are in the process of raising funds from donors for the project in addition to part of the funds coming from the [...]
University of Peradeniya gets new Vice Chancellor
Prof. Terrence Madhujith assumed duties as the 23rd Vice Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya on Thursday. The induction ceremony began with religious observances by the maha sangha and representatives from the three main religious denominations. The ceremony took place in the Senate Room and was attended by Chancellor Professor Gerald Peiris, outgoing Vice Chancellor [...]
Z-score to be announced next month
The University Grants Commission (UGC) will announce the Z-Score cut-off marks for the 2023/2024 academic year at the end of next month, its Chairman Prof Sampath Amaratunga said. The scores will pertain to university study courses for each district. The student registration process will commenced following the release of the cut-off scores. Information regarding the [...]
15 public officials to receive training in Japan
Fifteen administrative officers from the public sector have been picked to undergo training under the Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resources Development Scholarship programme in Japan. The JDS programme aims to train young promising administrative officers in the public sector at various universities in Japan, and seeks to develop their knowledge and skills to qualify [...]
Scholarship beneficiary accounts credited with August disbursement
The Government is set to spend Rs 5 billion for payment of monthly scholarship installments for more than 100,000 students. The payments are being made under scholarship programmes for students preparing for the GCE (A/L) examination. Under the President’s Fund Scholarship Programme, scholarship instalments for August 2024 have been directly credited to the bank accounts [...]
Suraksha insurance scheme for three years
The “Suraksha” student insurance programme, which was discontinued in 2022 owing to the economic crisis, has been revived. All pupils attending government schools would therefore receive insurance coverage for a maximum of three years from the Education Ministry (MoE). Education Minister Dr Susil Premajayantha said on Thursday (1) that all students enrolled in government schools, [...]
Students meet Speaker, Secretary General and learn about Parliament
Children of the Social Sculptors Association recently met with Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana. Secretary General of Parliament Kushani Rohanadeera was also present. The SSA has established Children’s Shadow Regional Councils based on the theme of ‘Nascent of Democracy’. These councils are made up of children ranging from 11 to 15-year-old girls spread across [...]
Kingswood gets new principal
Dhammika Herath was appointed as the new principal of Kingswood, College Kandy. He was the Principal of Walala Madiyama Maha Vidyalaya and a Grade I Education Service Officer. He is an old boy of Dharmaraja College, Kandy. The sudden transfer of the former Kingswood Principal, after only a few months, has raised a number of [...]
India to double funding for estate sector school project
India has agreed to increase the amount it is giving for a project that will upgrade the facilities used by schools in the plantation industry by two-fold. The Indian Government increased the amount from Rs 300 million to Rs 600 million due to increasing costs, the Department of Government Information said. This week, the Cabinet [...]
Sri Lankan students off to India to study Hindi
Thirty-six Sri Lankan students have been selected to study Hindi in India through scholarships from the Government of India (GOI). The Indian Government sponsors their visit, academic fees and local hospitality for the nine-month course at the Kendriya Hindi Sansthan (KHS) or Central Institute of Hindi, Agra from August 2024 to May 2025. Before their [...]
NSBM to offer Masters programmes in Information Technology
The National School of Business Management limited (NSBM), has been authorised to award Master of Information Technology and Master of Science in Information Technology degrees. The Education Ministry has provided approval, subject to a five-year periodic review. The criteria for admission of the students has been gazetted. Accordingly, for the Master of Information Technology a [...]
Exordium 4.0 by Toastmasters Club at BMICH
Exordium 4.0, organised by the Central Colombo Toastmasters Club will be held from 2 pm to 5 pm at Tulip Hall, BMICH today (4). Former Group CEO at Hemas Holdings PLC Kasturi Chellaraja Wilson will be the keynote speaker at this event, which will be an invitation only event for Toastmasters with paid membership. The [...]
Climate change educational resources for students launched
Marine scientists from the UK’s Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) have joined the Central Environment Authority of Sri Lanka, the Education Ministry and the British High Commission in Colombo to launch a series of climate change educational resources for schoolchildren in Sri Lanka. An initial launch [...]
Night Camp at Yoshida Shokanji International Preschool
Yoshida Shokanji International Preschool held its annual night camp with great fanfare and community spirit. The event was graced by several distinguished guests, including the Chairman of the Yoshida Shokanji International School and the Founder of Yoshida Educational Social services foundation,Chief Sanganayaka of Japan Most.venerable Banagala Upatissa Nayaka Thero, CEO Mrs. Ambapali Sikurajapathy and the [...]
Royal Institute of Colombo hosted their Inter-School Debating Championship for the 4th consecutive year
The Inter School Debating Championship (ISDC) 2024, organised by the Law Students’ Association of Royal Institute of Colombo (LSARIC), was a big success. The event celebrated the art of debate and showcased the skills of Sri Lanka’s brightest young minds. At RIC, we believe in helping students grow in all areas. This competition is part [...]
Overcoming Perfectionism and Embracing Your Imperfections
Introduction Perfectionism, often seen as a commendable trait, can become a significant barrier to personal growth and happiness. The relentless pursuit of flawlessness can lead to chronic stress, self-criticism, and a persistent feeling of inadequacy. In a world that increasingly celebrates imperfection and authenticity, learning to overcome perfectionism and embrace your inherent flaws is not [...]
Ethical Learning and Valuing Diversity at Royal Institute International School
At Royal Institute International School (RI), we believe in the holistic development of the students. Beyond academic excellence, we prioritize strong ethical values and a deep appreciation for diversity, reflected in our comprehensive Ethics syllabus. What virtues do we teach? We teach virtues such as honesty, respect, responsibility and compassion. Our new addition to the [...]
Are influencers influential?
Opinion formers and opinion leaders are the two words one generation above us learned of influencer marketing about two or three decades ago. All these categories are now considered as influencers. They are influencing everything we do in marketing. A few years back, they were also referred to as ‘mini celebs” by marketers. These mini-celebrities [...]
City School of Architecture
Over 36 Years of Excellence in Architectural Education Offers a practice oriented broad based teaching curriculum, for a Professional career in Architecture The City School of Architecture (CSA) with a history of over thirty-six years offers a path in architectural education towards a career in the building industry. Its structured curriculum, design studios, theoretical and [...]
Omega Line Toastmasters Club wins an exceptional Corporate Award
Omega Line Toastmasters Club of Omega Line Ltd, a renowned apparel exporter in Sri Lanka affiliated with the Italy-based Calzedonia Group (now known as Oniverse), was recognised with a special Corporate Award at the 2023/2024 Annual District 82 Toastmasters Conference in recognition of its unwavering commitment towards uplifting their employees and contributing to Toastmasters, making [...]
Roshan Williams awarded the prestigious Master Printer Status in Digital Printing
Mr. Roshan Williams, who was recently awarded the prestigious Master Printer Status in Digital Printing by the Ingrin Academy of Printing and Graphics, met with His Excellency David Fine, High Commissioner for New Zealand in Sri Lanka, alongside Mr. Ananda Wickramaratne, CEO and Managing Director of the Ingrin Academy. Mr. Williams’ wife, Deepa Samarasinghe, was [...]
NCHS USA Freshers’ Night
26th July was a night to remember as the freshers let their hair down and danced the night away. Friendships were made and bonds were forged, as students started their future together.
From Colonial Commodification to Indigenous Empowerment: Transforming Sri Lanka’s Marketing Practices
A number of new approaches to teaching, learning and education were introduced to Sri Lanka post-independence; however, the country can be observed to still (consciously or unconsciously) employ the same system of education as was implemented in the colonial era. Hence, one may argue that the education systems currently in practice in formerly colonized countries, [...]
SAB campus of CA Sri Lanka holds successful orientation day for new intakes
The SAB campus of CA Sri Lanka welcomed its intakes 18B – BSc. In Applied Accounting (General/ Honours) and 2B – B.Mgt. In Business Analytics (General/ Honours) on 13 July 2024 at the CA Sri Lanka auditorium. The SAB Campus of CA Sri Lanka is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and providing students with a [...]
Job fair at institute of chemistry ceylon (ichemc) with macksons holdings
The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IChemC), which is the professional body for chemists in Sri Lanka, offers higher education opportunities in Chemistry through its educational arm, the College of Chemical Sciences (CCS). Recently, with the hope of providing future opportunities to those who decide to pursue a career in the industry, the Institute organised a [...]