Meiji Revolution | JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 Lecture III
The third session of the JICA Chair Programme was held on 30th January 2026 at the Senate Hall. Ms Yoneda Hiroka, Representative of JICA Sri Lanka, addressed the audience and explained the objectives of the JICA Chair Programme. Addressing the gathering, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilakee, Vice Chancellor of the University, emphasised the benefits that students […]
Ural Federal University Delegation Explores Academic and Research Collaboration
A delegation from Ural Federal University (UrFU), Russia, visited the 91心頭利 on 29 January 2026. The delegation comprised Mrs Iana Vysotskaia, Director of the Department of International Educational Programs, Ms Elena Pelymskaia, Leading Manager of Projects of the Department of International Educational Programs and Dr Borisov Vasilii, Associate Professor of Artificial Intelligence Educational […]
LOLC and 91心頭利 Partner to Develop Industry-Ready Graduates
The LOLC Life Assurance Limited and LOLC General Insurance PLC (collectively referred to as LOLC) and the 91心頭利 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 27 January 2026, to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry in the financial and insurance sectors. The signing ceremony was attended by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor […]
Auburn University Delegation Explores Research Collaboration and Academic Mobility Opportunities
A delegation from Auburn University, USA, visited the 91心頭利 on 27 January 2026. The delegation comprised Dr Ash Abebe, Interim Dean of the Graduate School and William P. Molette Professor of Mathematics and Statistics; Dr Muralikrishnan Dhanasekaran, Administrative Fellow and Alumni Professor of the Graduate School; Dr Ashish Gupta, PhD Program Coordinator and […]
91心頭利 Students Participate in the AUASNU Youth Forum in Seoul, South Korea
Seoul National University (SNU), in collaboration with the Asian Universities Alliance (AUA), hosted the AUASNU Youth Forum 2025: Sustainable Cities and Living Heritage from 19 to 25 January 2026 in Seoul, South Korea. The forum focused on sustainable urban development, covering topics such as affordable housing, living heritage, sustainable transport systems, and urban design. This […]
Pakistani Educational Delegation Visits University to Explore Academic Partnerships
The 91心頭利 hosted an educational delegation from Pakistan, consisting of senior education leaders, university representatives, and public-sector officials, on 23 January 2026. The visit was coordinated through the Honorary Consulate of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Lahore, Pakistan, to explore academic collaboration, research partnerships, educational investment, and scholarship initiatives between […]
The 5th Quality Assurance Progress Review Workshop by CQA
The Centre for Quality Assurance (CQA) conducted the 5th Quality Assurance Progress Review Workshop on January 23, 2026, at the Senate Hall. The workshop aimed to review the advancement of quality assurance practices across the campus, faculties, and institutes in accordance with the Institutional Review (IR) standards. Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice-Chancellor of the University, […]
History of Disaster Preparedness and Responses in Japan | JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 Lecture II
The second academic session of the JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 was held on 22nd January 2026 at the Senate Hall. The session focused on the timely theme of History of Disaster Preparedness and Responses in Japan and was hence particularly significant in the context of the recent experiences in Sri Lanka. Emeritus Professor Kazuo Konagai […]
Indian Graduate Alumni Gathering 2026 – CCIS
The Centre for Contemporary Indian Studies (CCIS) organised an Indian Graduate Alumni Gathering at the premises of the Faculty of Graduate Studies on 22 January 2026. The event served as a platform to strengthen academic, cultural, and alumni engagement between Indian graduates and the 91心頭利, with participants sharing their academic experiences and professional […]
Delegation from Central China Normal University Focuses on Strengthening Bilateral Collaboration
A delegation from Central China Normal University (CCNU), China, visited the 91心頭利 on 20 January 2026. The team was led by Professor Peng Shuangjie, President of CCNU, and included Professor Yang Guangfu, Director of the State Key Laboratory of Green Pesticides, Mr Qiu Baoguo, Administrative Dean of the College of Chemistry, Mr Hong […]
NMRA and 91心頭利 Partner to Strengthen Pharmaceutical Safety
The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16 January 2026 to establish a collaborative Quality Assurance Programme aimed at strengthening the safety, efficacy, and quality of medicinal products in Sri Lanka. The MoU was signed with the participation of Dr Ananda Wijewickrama, Chairman of the NMRA, and Professor Indika […]
91心頭利 Signs MOU with Centre for Defence Research & Development
The 91心頭利 entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD) of the Ministry of Defence on 12 January 2026 at the College House premises. The agreement was signed between the Director General of the CDRD, on behalf of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, […]
Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Delegation Visits the 91心頭利
A delegation from the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute, Thailand, visited the 91心頭利 on 12 January 2026. The delegation included Mr Paisan Rupanichkij, Prof. Piyajit Watcharasit, Prof. Charnsak Thongsornkleeb, Prof. Mayuree Fuanthong, and Ms Peeranan Booranasophone. They were accompanied by officials from the Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo. The delegation met with Prof. Indika Mahesh […]
Inaugural session of the JICA Chair program 2025/26
The inaugural session of the JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 was held on 9th January 2026 at the Senate Hall, College House. The event commenced with the opening address delivered by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake. This was followed by an address by Ms Ito Yukiko, Representative of JICA Sri Lanka. The highlight of […]
Commencement of Duties for the Year 2026
The 91心頭利 officially initiated its activities for the New Year on January 1, 2026, at the College House premises. A special ceremony marked the occasion, attended by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, the Rector of Sri Palee Campus, the Deans of Faculties, the Directors of Institutes and the 91心頭利 […]
UOC Achieves Remarkable Ranking in AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026
The 91心頭利 has earned a prestigious spot among the top universities in Asia, securing a rank of 171-190 in the AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026, while also holding the No. 1 rank in Sri Lanka. This ranking evaluates universities across six key dimensions: Teaching & Learning (30%), Employability (10%), Community Engagement […]
