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Welcome ceremony for new entrants, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science

 

2019-01-03

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science, University of Peradeniya was held at the Farm Animal Auditorium, on 03rd January 2019, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya.

 

Welcome ceremony for new entrants, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

 

2019-01-03

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya was held at the Faculty Auditorium, on 07th January 2019, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya.

 

Welcome ceremony of the new entrants, Faculty of Management

 

2019-01-02

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Faculty of Management, University of Peradeniya was held at the Faculty Auditorium, on 19th December 2018, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya.

 

Welcome ceremony for new entrants, Faculty of Science

 

2019-01-02

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya was held at the University Gymnasium, on 02nd January 2019, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya. The inauguration of the Post Graduate Diploma in Education (Full Time) course was held on 2nd January 2019 at the Department of Education, Faculty of Arts.

 

The Inauguration of the Postgraduate Diploma in Education.

 

2019-01-02

The inauguration of the Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Full Time) course was held on 2nd January 2019 at the Department of Education, Faculty of Arts.

 

President’s Awards for high quality research publications made in 2016

 

2019-01-01

Congratulations on receiving the President’s Awards for high quality research publications made in 2016 in journals indexed in Science Citation Index/ Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI/SCIE), at the annual ceremony organized by the National Research Council.

 

New year celebrations 2019

 

2019-01-01

May this year Bring new Achievements in your work and Happiness of the life. Wish you a Happy, Prosperous and fruitful new year 2019

 

Production and Operations Management Society (POMS) International Conference 2018

 

2018-12-14

POMS - USA organized their first Sri Lankan conference on December 14-16, 2018 called POMS 2018 Sri Lanka. The University of Peradeniya was a Technical Sponsor of this event along with the IEEE Sri Lanka chapter, the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL), and the Chartered Institute of Logistics Sri Lanka.

 

9th international Conference On Sustainable Built Environment 2018

 

2018-12-13

9th International Conference on Sustainable built environment 2018 was held on 13th December 2018 at Earl’s Regency hotel, Kandy

 

74th Annual Scientific Sessions of SLAAS - 2018

 

2018-12-18

Prof. S.H.P. Parakrama Karunaratne, Senior Professor & Chair of Zoology, and the Deputy Vice Chancellor of University of Peradeniya was awarded the General Research Committee Award at the Inauguration ceremony of the 74th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS) held on 2nd December 2018 at the BMICH under the patronage of Hon. Dr. Sarath Amunugama, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

 

Awareness Programme on Quality Assurance Activities for students
10th of December 2018

 

2018-12-13

Internal Quality Assurance Unit of University of Peradeniya organized an awareness programme on QA activities for students on 10th of December 2018 from 8.00 am onwards.

 

International Conference on Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Aetiology

 

2018-12-13

Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown Aetiology (CKDu) has emerged as a significant public health issue in Sri Lanka, with disease clusters recorded in five provinces in the country.

 

06th Invitational Inter-University Hockey Tournament “PERA Sixes” was ceremonially commenced on 23rd November 2018

 

2018-12-13

The 06th Invitational Inter-University Hockey Tournament “PERA Sixes” was ceremonially declared open by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. S.H.P.P. Karunaratne on 23rd November 2018 at the hockey field, University of Peradeniya.

 

CDCE Convocation

 

2018-12-11

The 09th Convocation for External Graduands of the University of Peradeniya was held on 06th December 2018 at Mahinda Rajapaksha Auditorium, NICD, Polgolla, Kandy and during the two sessions 1026 Graduands were conferred the Degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business Administrations (online).

 

Professor H.A. de S. Gunasekera Memorial Oration 2018

 

2018-12-10

Professor H.A. de S. Gunasekera Memorial Oration 2018 organized by Department of Economics and Statistics, Faculty of Arts and the Professor H.A. de S. Gunasekera Memorial Trust Fund, was held on 4th December 2018 at the Senate Room, University of Peradeniya.

 

President’s Awards for Scientific Publications-2018

 

November is the date in the National Research Council Calendar for recognizing scientists with high quality research publications. In 2018, publications made in 2016 in journals indexed in Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE) are considered for award.

 

Demise of Prof. Jayadeva Thilakasiri Emeritus Professor of Sanskrit

 

2018-11-29

Professor Jayadeva Thilakasiri Emeritus Professor of Sanskrit, University of Peradeniya passed away on 29th November 2018.

 

Opening ceremony of “Open Gym” at University ground

 

2018-11-28

Opening ceremony of the “Open Gym” organized by the Department of Physical Education was held on 28th November 2018 at the University ground. Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya participated as the Chief Guest of the ceremony.

 

Passing out ceremony of Forty Kelani Saviya Students

 

2018-11-27

A leading power and telecommunication cable manufacture in Sri Lanka, Kelani Cables PLC, organized the passing out ceremony for forty Kelani Saviya Students who successfully completed their final examination held recently at the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Peradeniya (UoP).

 

Inauguration ceremony of the 7th Union of Geographical Information Technology (UGIT) International Conference

 

2018-11-24

The inauguration ceremony of the 7th UGIT International Conference organized by the Department of Geography, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya and was held on 24th November 2018 at the PGIHS Auditorium of University of Peradeniya under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University.

 

International Conference on the Humanities and the Social Sciences (ICHSS) 2018

 

2018-11-22

International Conference on the Humanities and the Social Sciences (ICHSS) was organized by the Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya for the 4th consecutive year. The inauguration ceremony was held on 22nd November 2018 at the Senate Room, University of Peradeniya.

 

Official opening of the Dental E-Learning Unit (DELU)

 

2018-11-21

Opening ceremony of the Dental E-Learning Unit (DELU) organized by the Executive Committee of the Dental E-Learning Unit was held on 21st November 2018 at the Faculty of Dental Sciences premises under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor, University of Peradeniya.

 

Tree planting ceremony

 

2018-11-17

The inauguration ceremony of the Tree planting campaign organized by the Peradeniya Engineering Faculty Alumni Association was held at the Faculty of Engineering premises on 17th November 2018.

 

Re-opening of the Structured Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering.

 

2018-11-17

Re-opening Ceremony of the Structured Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering was held on 17th November 2018, at the Faculty premises.

 

30th Annual Congress, Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture (PGIA)

 

2018-11-15

The Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya organized the Annual PGIA Congress 2018 for the 30th consecutive time. The Inauguration ceremony was held at Amaya Hills Resort, Heerassagala, Kandy on 15th November, 2018.

 

Re- appointment of the Dean /Faculty of Agriculture

 

2018-11-14

Professor D.K.N.G Pushpakumara, Senior Professor in Crop Science, was re-appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 14th November 2018.

 

Inauguration Ceremony of the Workshop for G.C.E. (A/L) Chemistry Teachers

 

2018-11-13

Inauguration Ceremony of the Workshop for G.C.E. (A/L) Chemistry Teachers of the Uva Province organized by the Science Education Unit, University of Peradeniya and sponsored by the Uva Provincial Department of Education, was held on 13th November 2018 at the Chemistry Auditorium. Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya, participated as the Chief Guest in this event.

 

Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS) Research Congress (ResCon) 2018

 

2018-11-09

The "PGIS Research Congress (ResCon) 2018" organized by the Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya was successfully held on the 9th and 10th of November 2018. The congress was a premier event in the academic calendar of scientists in Sri Lanka and provides the opportunity for researchers to disseminate their findings and update their knowledge on the cutting-edge scientific research in Sri Lanka.

 

6th Peradeniya International Economics Research Symposium

 

2018-11-08

The Department of Economics, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya organized the Annual International Economics Research Symposium (PIERS-2018) for the sixth consecutive time. The inauguration of PIERS-2018 was held at the Conference Hall of the Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences (PGIHS) on 8th - 9th November, 2018.

 

Artistic Interspaces of Malaysia Symposium (AIMS 2018)

 

2018-11-08

The opening ceremony of Artistic Interspaces of Malaysia Symposium (AIMS 2018) was held on 8th November 2018 at the Faculty Seminar Room, Faculty of Arts. The Symposium was organized by The Department of Fine Arts, University of Peradeniya and The Faculty of Film, Theater and Animation, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

 

Welcome ceremony of the new entrants, Faculty of Dental Sciences

 

2018-11-07

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya was held at the K. Bamberadeniya Auditorium, Faculty of Dental Sciences on 07th November 2018, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya.

 

University of Peradeniya – A member from ANSO family

 

2018-11-03

Vice-Chancellor, Prof Upul B. Dissanayake participated the Inaugural meeting of “Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO) in the Belt and Road Region” during Nov 3-5, 2018 in Beijing, China.

 

Newly Appointed Dean for the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science

 

2018-10-31

Dr. D.M.S. Munasinghe, Senior Lecturer, Department of Basic Veterinary Sciences was appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 31st October 2018.

 

1st Runner up of the Best Annual Reports and Accounts

 

2018-10-29

University of Peradeniya received 1st Runner up of Best Annual Reports and Accounts Awards for Public Sector -2015 at a ceremony held at the BMICH on 29th October 2018.

 

Two day Workshop on “Self Evaluation Report (SER) Writing”

 

2018-10-26

The Internal Quality Assurance Unit conducted a two-day workshop on “Self Evaluation Report (SER) Writing” from 25th to 26th October 2018 at the Main Hall, Department of Education, Faculty of Arts.

 

A new Dean for the Faculty of Engineering

 

2018-10-26

Professor G.B.B Herath, Professor in Civil Engineering was appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 26th October 2018.

 

Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Staff Development Centre

 

2018-10-23

The 02nd Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the staff development programs was held on 23rd October 2018 at 3.00 p.m. in the Senate room of the University of Peradeniya. One hundred and fourteen staff members who completed following programs conducted by the Staff Development Centre (SDC) received certificates at the event.

 

Donation of equipment to the University Health Centre arranged by the AAUP

 

2018-10-23

With the generous sponsorship of the AAUP Chapter in Western Australia (Perth), the Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya (AAUP) donated the following items to the Health Centre of the University of Peradeniya.

 

4th Workshop on solar energy under the “Solar Edu-Training National Project for students of Nugawela Central College

 

2018-10-22

A series of hands-on workshops to raise the awareness of 4000 school children on the importance of solar energy utilization and to provide them with hands-on experience working with solar energy driven devices is an intricate part of the “Solar Edu-Training” National project, implemented by the Ministry of Science, Technology...

 

Welcome ceremony for new entrants, Faculty of Medicine

 

2018-10-22

The welcome ceremony of the new entrants to the Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya was held at the Physiology Lecture Theatre, Faculty of Medicine on 22nd October 2018, under the patronage of Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya.

 

The Book Launching Ceremony

 

2018-10-18

The Launching Ceremony of the book “Social and Cultural History of Sri Lanka from 13th Century AC to 15th Century AC” was held on 18th October 2018 at the Senate Room University of Peradeniya.

 

Inauguration of the Split Ph.D program between University of Peradeniya and Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)

 

2018-10-16

The Inauguration of the Joint Split Ph.D program between Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) was held on 16th October 2018 at Faculty of Engineering.

 

Launching of Website for International Conference to mark the Bi-centenary of 1818 Freedom Struggle (ICFS 1818).

 

2018-10-16

The Vice-Chancellor Professor. Upul B. Dissanayake inaugurated the launching ceremony on 16th October 2018 at the Senate Room, University of Peradeniya.

 

Seminar and Skills Development Workshop on “Theory and Practice of Problem Based and Flipped Learning” A training the trainer session

 

2018-10-12

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya conducted a two-day Seminar and Skills Development Workshop on “Theory and Practice of Problem Based and Flipped Learning” on 12th and 13th October, 2018 in the auditorium of the Staff Development Centre.

 

Professor D.E Hettiarachchi Memorial Oration

 

2018-10-10

The late professor D.E Hettiarachi memorial oration was held at the Senate room on 10th October 2018. The memorial lecture was delivered by Professor Emeritus K.N.O. Dharmadasa on “Professor Hettiarachchi and University of Ceylon, Peradeniya”.

 

Ag Tech 2018” Agricultural Technology Exhibition

 

2018-10-07

The Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Peradeniya has organized the “Ag Tech 2018” Agricultural Technology Exhibition commencing from 4th to 7th October 2018 at the Mahailupallama sub-campus premises celebrating its 70 years of excellence in higher education in Agriculture and the 50th year of the Mahailupallama sub-campus.

 

VISIT OF PAKISTAN HIGH COMMISSIONER

 

2018-10-05

Mr. Hasnain Yousaf (Head of Chancery) the High commission of Pakistan in Sri Lanka paid a curtsey visit to UoP and met the Vice-Chancellor University of Peradeniya on 05th October 2018.

 

The Cornerstone ceremony for the China Sri Lanka Joint Research and Demonstration Centre for water technology was held at the University of Peradeniya on 28th September 2018.

 

2018-09-28

This ceremony was held with the participation of distinguished guests Mr. Yang Zucyuan, Economic & Commercial Counselor, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka, Mr. DGMV Hapuarachchi, Secretary, Ministry of City Planning & Water Supply, Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor and other university officials of University of Peradeniya, Prof. WU Yueliang – Vice-Chancellor, University of Chinese Academy of...

 

Faculty of Science Industry Day - 2018

 

2018-09-28

The Faculty of Science Industry Day 2018 (FOSID-2018), organized for the fifth consecutive year by the Science Industry Interaction Cell (SIIC) was held at the Faculty premises on 28th September, 2018. Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya ...

 

Workshop on "IP-Based Innovation & Tech Transfer"

 

2018-09-26

With the intention of sharing their expertise with the University on commercialization of our inventions, WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) and the COSTI (Coordinating Secretariat for Science, Technology and Innovation) facilitated a Workshop on "IP- Based Innovation & Tech Transfer” on 26 September 2018 from 11.00 am- 3.00 pm at the Chemistry Auditorium, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya.

 

INDUSTRY DAY PROGRAMME AT THE VETERINARY TEACHING HOSPITAL

 

2018-09-19

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science (FVMAS) held the ‘Industry Day programme’ on 19th September 2018, to establish functional co-operation between Veterinary Teaching Hospital,

 

Re-appointment of the Dean Faculty of Arts

 

Professor O.G. Dayarathna Banda, Professor in Economics and Statistic was re-appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 01.10.2018

 

A new Dean for the Faculty of Medicine

 

Senior Professor A.S Abeygunawardena, Senior Professor in Pediatrics, was appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 12.09.2018.

 

A new Dean for the Faculty of Dental Sciences

 

Dr. J.A.V.P.Jayasinghe - BDS (SL), MS (Rest.Dent) - (Col) -Senior Lecturer in Prosthetic Dentistry was appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya, for a period of three (03) years with effect from 10.08.2018

 

Training Workshops for Academic and Non-Academic Staff on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

 

Two training workshops for the Academic and Non-Academic staff of the University of Peradeniya on sexual and gender-based violence were held on September 17 and 19, 2018, at the Staff Development Centre of the University

 

World Physiotherapy Day Programme

 

2018-09-09

The Department of Physiotherapy – Faculty of Allied Health Sciences in collaboration with the Department of physiotherapy – Kandy Teaching Hospital, celebrated World Physiotherapy Day on 9th September 2018 at the Kandy Teaching Hospital.

 

Opening ceremony of Rajya Osusala in University premises

 

2018-09-01

Honorable Minister of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine Dr. Rajitha Senarathne and the Vice-Chancellor Professor Upul B. Dissanayake ceremonially opened a Rajaya Osusala branch in University Premises on 1st September 2018 for the benefit of the University Community and the general public.

 

The 6th International Conference on Sri Lanka – Japan Collaborative Research (SLJCR 2018)

 

2018-09-01

The 6th International Conference on Sri Lanka – Japan Collaborative Research (SLJCR 2018) was held at the Postgraduate institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya on 1st September, 2018.

 

SLJCR Workshop and Seminar

 

2018-08-31

The “Bridge to Japan” workshop organized by the Sri Lanka Japan Study Center and International affairs Office as a prelude to the SLJCR 2018 conference was held on the 31st of August, 2018, at the Postgraduate Institute of Science from 9 am to 12 am. The workshop was aimed at encouraging and providing advice to university academics to form research partnerships with Japanese researchers to produce collaborative research.

 

Lankanectes pera a new endemic species of Corrugated Frog from Sri Lanka, named in honor of University of Peradeniya

 

About seven years ago, when we were beginning to take a closer look at the vocalizations of frogs, from within the dark forested streams of the highest peaks of the Knuckles mountains, we came across a booming call that we had never hear before. We thought that it was a new species. One of my friends also brought this species to the notice soon afterwards.

 

Meeting with Vice-Chancellor and Deans at the Vice-Chancellors office on 31st August 2018

 

2018-08-31

President of Niigata University, Japan Professor Sugata Takahashi and his delegation visited to UoP and met the Vice-Chancellor University of Peradeniya and Deans of faculties at the Vice Chancellor’s office on 31st August 2018. After welcoming the delegates Professor Upul B. Dissanayake Vice-Chancellor, University of Peradeniya conveyed his sentiments on the Niigata-Peradeniya Sister Link program.

 

Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation to Prof. Kamala Liyanage

 

2018-08-31

Emirates Professor Kamala Liyanage received the Japanese Foreign Minister’s commendation for Promoting Research on Japan in Sri Lanka. The award was presented by the Japanese Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kenichi Suganuma at the awarding ceremony held at Earl’s Regent Hotel on 31st August 2018. The Vice-Chancellor Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor S.H.P.P Karunratne, Deans of faculties and Japanese delegates with academic staff of UoP were present at this occasion.

 

Induction Program for Stenographers, Clerks and the Staff of Allied Grades of the University

 

2018-08-30

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya commenced the 4th Induction Program for Stenographers, Clerks and the staff of Allied Grades of the University on 30th August, 2018. The inauguration ceremony was held at the auditorium of the Staff Development Centre.

 

Delegation of University of Chinese Academy of Science (UCAS) Visits to the University of Peradeniya

 

2018-08-29

China - Sri Lanka construction project team and other delegates from University of Chinese Academy of Science of China (UCAS) visited University of Peradeniya on 29th August 2018. The group had a discussion on the commencement ceremony of the Advance Research Laboratory at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya.

 

Meeting held between the Delegates from Incheon National University (INU), Republic of Korea and University of Peradeniya (UoP)

 

2018-08-20

Deputy Vice- Chancellor, UoP welcomed the delegation to the UoP and presented a general introduction on the University to the gathering.

 

Induction Program for Technical Officers and the Staff of Allied Grades of the University

 

2018-08-15

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya commenced the 3rd Induction Program for Technical officers and the staff of Allied Grades of the University on 15th August, 2018. The inauguration was held at the auditorium of the Staff Development Centre and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Prof. Parakrama Karunaratne and Bursar Mr. E.A.R.M. Edirisinghe graced the occasion. Thirty-six staff members of the above categories who had not undergone a similar training were enrolled in this training program.

 

Commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the new Dental Hospital and building complex of the Faculty of Dental Sciences

 

2018-07-26

The commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the new Dental Hospital and building complex of the Faculty of Dental Sciences under the Japanese Grant Aid Programme was held on the 17th of July at the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peadeniya.

 

Re-appointment of the Vice-Chancellor

 

2018-07-26

Prof. Upul Bandara Dissanayake has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya for the second term by His Excellency the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka with effect from the 01st August, 2018 for period of three years.

 

Second Induction Program for Laboratory Attendants of the University

 

2018-07-03

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya organized the 02nd Induction Program for Laboratory Attendants of the University. The inauguration was held in the auditorium of the Staff Development Centre on 26th June 2018.

 

Delegation from China University of Geosciences, China

 

2018-07-02

A delegation from China University of Geosciences, China visited University of Peradeniya on 21 June 2018.

 

The Collaborative Research Laboratory QBITS is launched at University of Peradeniya.

 

2018-06-28

The new collaborative research laboratory QBITS was declared open at the Faculty of Science on 8th of June 2018 by Prof. UpulB.Dissanayake,Vice Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya

 

Visit of the Vice Chancellor, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Agricultural University of Bangladesh

 

2018-06-28

The Vice-Chancellor of the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University of Bangladesh paid a courtesy visit to meet Professor Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya on 20th June 2018.

 

Undergraduate Internship and Research Symposium – 2017

 

2018-06-26

The “Undergraduate Internship and Research Symposium – 2017” jointly organized by the Faculty Internship Committee and Faculty Undergraduate Research Committee of the Faculty of Management, University of Peradeniya

 

Ceremony for the award of Pakistan Jinnah Scholarship -2018

 

2018-06-25

High commission of Pakistan has been awarding Jinnah Scholarships to the Sri Lankan students since 2006. Over the years, more than 1700 students have benefited from the scholarships.

 

Commemoration of Dr. R.L.Wijayawardana

 

2018-06-17

A commemoration ceremony,followed by a pirith chanting was held on 11th of May 2018 atthe Department of Physics, Faculty of Science in remembrance of Dr. Ranjith L. Wijayawardana.

 

Saving the Next Generation: Restoration of lower montane forests at Knuckles Forest Reserve (First Census)

 

2018-06-16

First census of the seedling transplants was conducted by the Botanical Society of the University of Peradeniya on 28th April 2018. Twelve members of the Society measured 1200 seedlings transplanted into degraded grasslands at Knuckles Forest Reserve.

 

REACH FOR WATER- The Charity run

 

2018-06-14

The Charity run of the signature community service project REACH FOR WATER of the Rotaract Club of university of Peradeniya ended in high spirits gifting Kandy a massive charity run experience. Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown etiology (CKDU)

 

Opening Ceremony of the Human Anatomy Museum

 

2018-06-01

The Museum of Human Anatomy was inaugural opened by the Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor, University of Peradeniya on 28.05.2018 in the Faculty of Medicine.

 

03rd Peradeniya University Physiotherapy Congress 25th - 27th May, 2018

 

2018-05-30

The Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya had organized the 03rd Peradeniya University Physiotherapy congress from 25th - 27th May 2018 at the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya.

 

International Conference on Transforming Agricultural Extension Systems: Towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Global Impact

 

2018-05-22

The Department of Agricultural Extension, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Agricultural Extension Association (SLAEA),

 

Inauguration ceremony of the certificate course in empowering women in politics (Tamil Medium)

 

2018-05-22

The inaugural session of the certificate course in empowering women in Politics (Tamil medium) was conducted on the 19th May, 2018 at the Faculty Auditorium, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya.

 

Inaugural ceremony of the Study Abroad Program offered to Michigan State University on 16.05.2018

 

2018-05-22

Second study abroad training program on Applied International Development Practice and policy in Sri Lanka was ceremonially inaugurated on 16th May 2018 at 9.00 am at the board room of Faculty of Agriculture.

 

Opening of the Palm-leaf manuscript Preservation and Conservation Unit in the Main Library

 

2018-05-17

The ceremonial opening of the Palm-leaf manuscript Preservation and Conservation Unit was held 15thMay 2018 under the patronage of Prof.Upul B. Dissanayake, theVice-Chancellor, University of Peradeniya.

 

Officials of the AHEAD Project visit the University of Peradeniya

 

2018-05-17

The officials of the World Bank-funded project on Accelerating Higher Education Expansion and Development (AHEAD) visited the University of Peradeniya on 25 April 2018 on an awareness building programme of the project.

 

New appointments of Security Guards to the University of Peradeniya

 

2018-05-17

Simple ceremony was held at the senate room on 14.05.2018 to award letters of appointment to the newly appointed Security Guards to the University of Peradeniya. Nineteen security personnel were awarded letters of appointment by the Vice-Chancellor.

 

Visit by Norwegian Team

 

2018-05-10

Sidsel Holmberg of the Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation in Education (SIU)with the team members of the project “Human rights and reconciliation in a post-conflict multicultural society” funded by SIU through the Norwegian Partnership Programme

 

Laying a foundation stone for Veterinary Large Animal Hospital

 

2018-05-08

Laying a foundation stone was done for the Veterinary Large Animal Hospital in the Department of Farm Animal Production and Health of the Faculty of Veterinary medicine and Animal Science.

 

Dream Venture- Startups For Women

 

2018-05-04

The inauguration of "Dream Venture- Startups for Women" organized by IEEE Women In Engineering Sri Lanka Section was held successfully at Information Technology Center of University of Peradeniya on 28th of April 2018.

 

Meeting with the Chinese Academy of Sciences to discuss on China-Sri Lanka Joint Research Center at UoP

 

2018-05-01

The meeting with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the representatives of the UoP was held at the Office of the Vice- Chancellor, University of Peradeniya.

 

Collaborative Study in Sri Lanka Feasibility Study to Establish a Comprehensive "Sensor Based end to end Early Warning System" for Hydro-Meteorology Induced Disasters in Sri Lanka, Utilizing "Resilient Communication System" for Effective Disaster Management

 

2018-05-01

 

International Nursing Congress 2018

 

2018-04-18

Placing an apparent record in the history of Nursing Profession in Sri Lanka the “International Nursing Congress 2018” organized by the Department of Nursing, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya was held on 6th and 7th, April 2018 at the Oak Ray Regency Hotel, Kandy.

 

Capacity Building Workshop on BBA Online Syllabus Revision (From 23rd to 27th March, 2018)

 

2018-04-18

In fulfilling a long felt need the CDCE initiated the BBA online syllabus revision process with support from the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) in New Delhi, India. The inaugural ceremony of the capacity building workshop was held on 23rd March 2018.

 

The 3rd steering committee meeting of the project CApacity Building in Asia for Resilience EducaTion (CABRET)

 

2018-04-18

The 3rd steering committee meeting of the project CApacity Building in Asia for Resilience EducaTion (CABRET) was held at the University of Peradeniya and Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy Sri Lanka from 5th March to 10th March 2018.

 

Centennial School Science Practical Programme at the Science Education Resource Centre, Faculty of Science

 

2018-02-26

The Science Education Unit, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya organized the centennial School Science Practical Programme at the Science Education Resource Centre, Faculty of Science on 21st February 2018.

 

Handing over ceremony MOU between Sri Lanka Telecom and University of Peradeniya

 

2018-02-25

The Sri Lanka Telecom PLC premier telecommunication service provider of Sri Lanka and the University of Peradeniya signed a historic MOU to further strengthen the collaboration between two institution.

 

Training Workshop on Urban Landscape Ecological Planning

 

2018-02-22

Post Graduate Institute of Social Science and Humanities (PGIHS) of the University of Peradeniya has organized the first Training Workshop on Urban Landscape Ecological Planning (TWULEP)

 

“Vidusarani” – Launching the Annual Classic Article collection

 

2018-02-25

The launching of the “Vidusarani” Annual Classic Article collection was held on 08.02.2018 at the Arts Theatre. Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya was the Chief Guest.

 

Induction Program for Academic Staff – (01st Program in the year 2018

 

2018-02-06

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya commenced the 01st Induction program conducted for probationary academic staff members in the year 2018 on 05th February, 2018.

 

Six-day Induction Program for Technical Officers and Allied Grades of the University

 

2018-01-28

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya has organized the 2nd Induction Program for technical officers and the staff of allied grades of the University, and the program commenced on 10th Wednesday, January 2018.

 

Five-day induction program for newly recruited clerks and the staff of allied grades of the university.

 

2018-01-28

Staff Development Centre of the University of Peradeniya commenced the 3rd Induction Program for newly recruited clerks and the staff of allied grades of the university.

 

The Next Generation

 

2018-01-12

The Botanical Society of the University of Peradeniya (BOTSOC) joined hands with the Forest Department of Sri Lanka, Noritake Lanka Porcelain (Pvt) Ltd. and local community to restore degraded lands at Knuckles Forest Reserve on 10th of December 2017.

 

Annual Out Reach Programme - Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

 

2018-01-09

The Staff Welfare Association of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya proudly conducted its annual outreach programme for the 3rd consecutive time at the Athadutuwewa Junior School, Handapanagala in Wellawaya area on 26th December 2017.

 

Appointment of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor

 

2018-01-04

Professor S.H.P. Parakrama Karunaratne of the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science assumed duties as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya with effect from 01st January, 2018 for a period of three years.

 

UOP-NTU Conference

 

2018-01-04

The University of Peradeniya (UOP) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore jointly organised the UOP-NTU NEWRI Environment & Community Sustainability Symposium.

 

Familiarization Session with Sociology Internship Programmes and Launching of “Samaja Nireeksha” Student Journal

 

2018-01-04

The Sociology Department Organized a Familiarization Programme with Sociology Internship Programme 2017 and launching of Student Journal Samaja Nireeksha 2017.

 

Signing of an Agreement between Brandix Lanka Limited and the University of Peradeniya

 

2018-01-04

A ceremony to sign an agreement between the University of Peradeniya and the Brandix Lanka Limited took place on December 28, 2017 at the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, University of Peradeniya.

 

ASEAN Outstanding Engineering Achievement Award

 

2018-01-04

The Project “Mitigation of Pollution at Kandy Lake and Mid Canal Sri Lanka” carried out under Lien Environmental annual fellowship won the Asian Outstanding Engineering achievement award conferred by the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organization (AFEO) at its 35th annual conference held in Bangkok, Thailand on 18th November 2017.

 

Awareness Programme on “Quality Assurance Activities”

 

2017-12-30

The Internal Quality Assurance Unit of the University of Peradeniya organized a one day Awareness Programme on “Quality Assurance Activities” on on 14th December 2017, from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm at the Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya

 

Launching of the International Double Degree Program Masters in Wireless Communications Engineering

 

2017-12-20

The launching ceremony of the Double Degree Program on Master’s in Wireless Communications between University of Peradeniya and University of Oulu, Finland was held on the 14 of the December, 2017 at OZO, Colombo.

 

Ceremony of Unveiling the Statue of Sir Ivor Jennings – Founder Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya

 

2017-12-11

The unveiling of the statue of Sir Ivor Jennings the Founder Vice-Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya was held on 6th December, 2017.

 

The Research Symposium of the Master of Education Programme 2016/17

 

2017-12-10

The Research Symposium of the Master of Education Programme 2016/17 (Research Symposium 2017) of the Department of Education, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya was successfully held on 30th November, 2017 at the premises of Department of Education, University of Peradeniya.

 

Peradeniya University International Research Sessions (iPURSE) 2017

 

2017-12-06

Peradeniya University International Research Sessions (iPURSE) 2017 is one of the most prestigious events of the university. Disseminating world-class research is of utmost importance and this is a major event which enables achievement of that goal.

 

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PURCHASING OF WOODEN BUNK BEDS WITH MATRESSES FOR RAMANATHAN HALL

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Garden University of Peradeniya

A Coffee Table Book titled Garden University of Peradeniya depicting all Halls of Residence, Faculties, places of worship and other scenic beauties of the University and writings of the all those who contributed to the creation of the university is available for sale. You will be able to buy this valuable book at a concession price of Rs. 2500 (though it is priced as Rs. 3000). This Concession price is valid only on the day of convocation.
Those who are interested in purchasing this coffee table book please indicate the number of copies that you wish to buy and inform the“Public Relations Officer, Senate Building, University of Peradeniya”(email- pro.uop@gmail.comphone– 081-2392307) not later than 31stof May 2018.

APPOINTING OF MEMBERS FOR THE TECHNICAL EVALUATION COMMITTEE FOR THE YEAR 2018

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Guideline for Annual Verification of Inventory Articles (Department Board of Survey) - UOP

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