USJ - University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka

Shadow of Success - Phase 9
2023-08-23 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Caracas) | Sri Sumangala Auditorium, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Wijerama, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
Career Skills Development Society of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura is proud to present Shadow of Success – Phase 9, motivating talented youngsters to take a big step in their life!

For 8 consecutive years, Shadow of Success has marked its position on top, for conducting grand events, featuring resource people from Sri Lanka!

The event will be held
On 23rd August 2023
At 4.30p.m
In The Sri Sumangala Auditorium.

Dr. Kishu Gomes, the award-winning Corporate Leader and Marketing Professional, is set to illuminate the event with his presence.

So, Reserve your seat to get this valuable opportunity !

Online Seminar on “Understanding the data and questions” conducted by the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), USJ in collaboration with the Teichmann’s Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, UK
2023-08-17 18:30 - 19:10 (America/Caracas) | Zoom Online Lecture
Free Online Seminar Series Single-Cell Genomics organised by Prof. Sarah Teichmann’s Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute (https://www.sanger.ac.uk) in the UK, in partnership with the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), University of Sri Jayewardenepura (https://www.sjp.ac.lk) will be held in August 2023.
Program will be chaired by Prof. Neelika Malavige
Theme: Understanding the data and questions
Ms. Emma Dann, PhD Student
Date and Time: 17th August, 2023. 6.30pm – 7.10pm (SL time / GMT+5:30) on ZOOM.
Open to: Any Sri Lankan student, academic, scientist and individual who is interested in learning more. No prior experience in single-cell genomics required.
Free Registration https://tinyurl.com/5c4fyv56
NOTE: Registration closes on 25th July 2023

The Zoom link to the sessions will be emailed closer to the seminars.

4th Annual Conference on Business Economics (ACBE) 2023
2023-08-16 09:00 (Asia/Kolkata)
The Fourth Annual Conference on Business Economics (ACBE) 2023 organized by the Research Center for Business Economics and Development Studies (RCBEDS) of Department of Business Economics, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, USJ will be held on 16th August 2023 under the theme of “Enabling Resilient Growth and Embracing Change for Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth”
Extended Abstracts for the Conference are now accepted! All selected abstracts will be published while the best papers under each track will be published as extended abstracts.
Additional details including Extended Abstract Submission Guidelines are available on the website.
https://mgt.sjp.ac.lk/bec/annual-conference-on-business-economics-acbe/
Kindly follow the key dates mentioned in the flyer and please send your abstracts to rcbeds@sjp.ac.lk

Online Seminar on “Introduction to single-cell sequencing technologies” conducted by the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), USJ in collaboration with the Teichmann’s Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, UK
2023-08-10 18:30 - 19:10 (America/Caracas) | Zoom Online Lecture
Free Online Seminar Series Single-Cell Genomics organised by Prof. Sarah Teichmann’s Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute (https://www.sanger.ac.uk) in the UK, in partnership with the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), University of Sri Jayewardenepura (https://www.sjp.ac.lk) will be held in August 2023.
Program will be chaired by Prof. Neelika Malavige
Theme: Introduction to single-cell sequencing technologies
Ms. Laura Richardson, Technical Specialist
Mr. Rakesh Kapuge, Advanced Research Assistant
Ms. Shani Perera, Technical Specialist
Date and Time: 10th August, 2023. 6.30pm – 7.10pm (SL time / GMT+5:30) on ZOOM.
Open to: Any Sri Lankan student, academic, scientist and individual who is interested in learning more. No prior experience in single-cell genomics required.
Free Registration https://tinyurl.com/5c4fyv56
NOTE: Registration closes on 25th July 2023

The Zoom link to the sessions will be emailed closer to the seminars.

Online Seminar on "What is Human Cell Atlas?" conducted by the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), USJ in collaboration with the Teichmann's Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, UK
2023-08-03 18:30 - 19:10 (America/Caracas) | Zoom Online Lecture
Free Online Seminar Series Single-Cell Genomics organised by Prof. Sarah Teichmann’s Lab at the Wellcome Sanger Institute (https://www.sanger.ac.uk) in the UK, in partnership with the Allergy Immunology & Cell Biology Unit (AICBU), University of Sri Jayewardenepura (https://www.sjp.ac.lk) will be held in August 2023.
Program will be chaired by Prof. Neelika Malavige
Theme: “What is the Human Cell Atlas?” by Dr. Kerstin Meyer, Principal Staff Scientist
Date and Time: 3rd August, 2023. 6.30pm – 7.10pm (SL time / GMT+5:30) on ZOOM.
Open to: Any Sri Lankan student, academic, scientist and individual who is interested in learning more. No prior experience in single-cell genomics required.
Free Registration https://tinyurl.com/5c4fyv56
NOTE: Registration closes on 25th July 2023

The Zoom link to the sessions will be emailed closer to the seminars.

"Thun Sithaka Ran Swara 02" - A Musical Extravaganza for a Worthy Cause!
2023-07-21 18:30 (America/Caracas) | Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksha Theatre, 110 Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha,, Colombo, 00700
ශ්‍රී ජයවර්ධනපුර විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයීය 83/84 කණ්ඩායම විසින් සංවිධානය කරනු ලබන “තුන් සිතක රන් ස්වර 02‘‘ සංගීත සුයාමය ජූලි 21 පස්වරු 6.30ට නෙළුම්පොකුණ රඟහලේ දී පැවැත්වේ.
“Thun Sithaka Ran Swara 02” – A Musical Extravaganza for a Worthy Cause
Join us for an enchanting evening filled with melodies and memories at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre on 21st July 2023, starting from 6.30 pm. Organized by Sithbandi Japura 83/84 Graduate Society, this exceptional event aims to support deserving students in need of assistance to sustain their university journey and procure essential books and study materials.
Together, let’s pave the way for a promising tomorrow! 💫

The 60th Commemoration of Most Ven. Welivitiye Sri Soratha Thero
2023-07-17 08:45 - 10:15 (America/Caracas) | Sri Sumangala Auditorium, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Wijerama, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
The 60th Commemoration of the Most Venerable Welivitiye Sri Soratha Thero will be held on 17th July 2023 at the University premises. The ceremony will
commence at 8.45 a.m. with offering Amisa Pooja at the Buddha Shrine of the University, and will be followed by the commemorative oration by the Emeritus Professor M.W. Wimal Wijeratne of University of Sri Jayewardenepura at 9.30 am at the Sumangala Hall.

The Opening Ceremony of the Renovated Post Office: A Momentous Endeavor by the USJ Alumni
2023-07-13 09:45 (America/Caracas) | University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Gangodawila, Nuegoda, Nugegoda, Western, 10250, Sri Lanka
1968 පෙබරවාරී 16 දින
“උප තැපල් කාර්යාලයක්”
ලෙස ආරම්භ වී,
වසර 55 කට පසුව
“අධි ශ්‍රේණීයගත”
තැපැල් හලක් ලෙසට
2023 ජුලී 13 දින
උදේ 9.45 ට
උසස් කර විවෘත වනු ඇත.
එම ගෞරවනීය මෙහොතට
ඔබත් සහභාගීවී එම සතුට විදින්න, එන්න එදාට ….
—Japura Alumni

The Alumni Association of the University of Sri Jayawardenepura is excited to announce the upcoming unveiling of the renovated post office on July 13th, 2003, at 9:45 AM. This significant project, undertaken by the Alumni Association, showcases their dedication to their alma mater and commitment to enhancing the university’s facilities. The renovated post office will provide a modern and efficient space for students, staff, and the wider university community.

"Dhaara" Awards 2023 Inter-Faculty Singing Competition, USJ
2023-07-07 18:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksha Theatre, 110 Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha,, Colombo, 00700
The Career Guidance Unit (CGU) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura collaboration with the ‘Flair Club” of CGU presents “Dhaara”2023 with the objective to Identify the best talents from all faculties and award them for their talents.
The Grand Finale Night of 🎼DHAARA ’23 will be happening on the 7th of July 2023, from 6.00 P.M. onwards at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theater.
The famous music band WAYO, the best music players, and dancers of USJ will entertain you.
Grab your ticket soon…
The prices of the tickets are as below,
🔸5000/=
🔸3000/=
🔸2000/=
Link to online tickets https://ticket.lk/dhaara
or
contact Manusha (+94 77 214 7333)

Invitation for GenePlay: a Luminous Interactome of the Sciences
2023-07-06 14:30 - 20:00 (America/Caracas)
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Unit, USJ has organized an evening of games and music and cordially invites all academic staff members of the FAS to join and enjoy as one.

Date: Thursday 6th of July 2023
Time: 2.30 pm – 8.00pm
Venue: Ahala wala

There will be many team-games from 3.00-6.00 pm. Please encourage the students, academic and non-academic staff members of your departments to register teams for the games.

“Immerse in Musical Bliss: Join us for a Sing-along from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and Experience Ultimate Relaxation!”

A Lecture on Career Guidance and Industrial Awareness organized by Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, USJ
2023-07-01 09:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Zoom Online Lecture
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at USJ presents the inaugural lecture of the Institutional Awareness and Entrepreneurial Development Workshop Series on Career Guidance and Industrial Awareness.

Time: Jul 1, 2023 09:00 AM Colombo
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99363298219?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 993 6329 8219
Passcode: [REDACTED]

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS- 1st International Research Conference on Gender Studies 2023
2023-06-30 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Online
1st International Research Conference on Gender Studies 2023 (virtual) IRCGS 2023

Conference Theme: Towards a Society of Equal Opportunity

The first International Research Conference on Gender Studies aims to provide a platform for academics, undergraduates, organizations, and communities to come together to discuss, share knowledge, and promote awareness of issues related to gender to promote greater understanding, dialogue, and action around issues related to gender, and to work towards creating a more equitable and inclusive world for all individuals, regardless of their gender identity.

Extended abstract submission for IRCGS 2023 is open now. Please follow the guidelines and submit your extended abstract on or before 30th June 2023th June, 2023.
Send Abstract to: gender.conference@sjp.ac.lk

Conference Tracks
Gender and Crime
Gender and Society
Gender, Culture and Religion
Gender and Politics
Gender-Based Violence
Gender Equity and Equality
Gender and Education
Gender and Health
LGBTIQ
Abstract Submission Guidelines
Word count: maximum 350
Font size: 12
Medium: Sinhala or English
Font: FM Abhaya/ Times New Roman
Abstract paragraph (without sub-headings) should include: Introduction, Methodology, Results,
Discussion and Conclusion/s, 3-5 key words
2 copies of the word document of the abstract should be sent; one with authors name/s and one without name/s

More details please visit: http://fhss.sjp.ac.lk/ircgs/

Guest Lecture on “Public - Private Partnerships and Product Development Partnerships to Develop Drugs for Diseases”
2023-06-28 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Caracas) | Faculty Board Room, Faculty of Medical Sciences, VW24+98H, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka
A Guest Lecture on “Public Private Partnerships and Product Development Partnerships to Develop Drugs for Diseases” organized by the will be held on the 28th of June 2023 from 1.30 pm to 2.30pm at the Faculty Boardroom of Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The Guest lecturer will be Dr. Kavita Singh, Director, South Asia, Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi).

An Awareness Session on Current Teaching Methodologies, Outcome-based Education and Student-Centered Learning
2023-06-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Caracas) | Boardroom, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
The Quality Assurance Cell of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences has organized an awareness session on Current Teaching Methodologies, Outcmoe-based Education and Student-centered Learning, on 20th June 2023 from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Boardroom, FHSS for the faculty’s academic staff.
The session will be conducted by Snr. Prof. Shironica P. Karunanayaka, Professor in Educational Technology, Department of Secondary and Tertiary Education, Faculty of Education, The Open University of Sri Lanka.

'සම්භාෂා' ශාස්ත්‍රීය සංග්‍රහය - විද්‍යෝදය විශ්වවිද්‍යාල අංකය විද්‍යුත් ප්‍රකාශනයක් ලෙස එළිදැක්වීම - The Launch of "Sambhasha" - 21st Issue - 2022 (2023)
2023-06-19 09:00 (America/Caracas) | Sri Sumangala Auditorium, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Wijerama, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
‘සම්භාෂා’ ශාස්ත්‍රීය සංග්‍රහය – 21 වන කලාපය – 2022 (2023)
විද්‍යෝදය විශ්වවිද්‍යාල අංකය විද්‍යුත් ප්‍රකාශනයක් ලෙස එළිදැක්වීම

2023.06.19 වැනි සඳුදා පෙ.ව. 9.00ට ශ්‍රී ජයවර්ධනපුර විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයීය ශ්‍රී සුමංගල සභාසදයේ දී පැවැත්වේ.

ඔබ සැමට ආරාධනා…!

The launch of “Sambhasha” – 21st Issue – 2022 (2023) will take place on June 19, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Sri Sumangala auditorium, USJ.

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia RUDN University Open Olympiad for Forestry Undergraduates
2023-06-14 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Department of Forestry, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
RUDN University Open Olympiad for Forestry Undergraduates
The representatives of the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN) named after Patrice Lumumba will be the guests of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura from June 11 to June 15, 2023. During this visit they plan to participate in the organization and holding of the lectures and master classes of the Summer School “GIS Technologies in Ecology” and hold the RUDN University Open Olympiad for forestry undergraduates.
One hour examination will be held on 14th June 2023 from 4.00-5.00 PM at the Department of Forestry and Environment
Hurry up and Register
RUDN University Open Olympiad in Sri Lanka, June 14, 2023 (anketolog.ru)

Inauguration of Bachelor of Computing Honours Degree Programs at New Faculty of Computing
2023-06-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Caracas) | Senate Board Room, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Gangodawila, Nuegoda, Nugegoda, Western, 10250, Sri Lanka
The newly established Faculty of Computing, USJ is fully equipped to commence its academic endeavors with the inaugural intakes for Bachelor of Computing Honours degree programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering and Information Systems.
The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 12th of June, 2023 at the Senate Board Room from 9.a.m. onwards. The event will be graced by the distinguished Chief Guest, Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunge, the Chairman of the University Grants Commission, and the esteemed guests, Prof. Upul Subasinghe, the Acting Vice Chancellor of USJ, Senior Prof. Sudantha Liyanage, former Vice Chancellor of USJ, Prof. Prasad M. Jayaweera, the Acting Dean of Faculty of Computing, and Mr. A.B. Welivita, the Registrar of USJ.
Furthermore, Prof. Saman K. Halgamuge of the University of Melbourne, an eminent academic and a leading senior researcher in AI and Machine Learning, and Mr. Ashique M Ali, the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM), representing the local IT/BPM sector, will also dignify the inauguration ceremony.
In total, 150 undergraduates who have obtained higher Z scores from the G.C.E. (A/L) examinations are set to commence their academic activities in three distinct study programs, leading to Bachelor of Computing Honours Degrees offered by the Faculty of Computing, USJ.

"Japura Warna"- Colors Night/ Colours Awarding Ceremony of USJ 2023
2023-06-09 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Caracas) | Golden Rose Hotel, 261 Maharagama Road, Boralesgamuwa, Western Province, Sri Lanka
J’pura Warna – The Colours Awarding Ceremony of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, organized by the Sports Council in collaboration with the Department of Physical Education, will be held on the 9th of June 2023 at Golden Rose Hotel, Boralesgamuwa, starting from 6.00 pm onwards.
The event will be graced by the Chief Guest, Prof. S.M.C.U.P. Subasinghe, the Acting Vice Chancellor and the Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, and the Guest of Honor, Mr. Mahinda Ransinghe, the Chairman of Finagle Lanka and an alumnus of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, USJ.
Japura Warna 2022 – 46th Colours Awarding Ceremony!
Date – 9th of June, 2023
Time – From 5 PM onwards
Venue – Golden Rose Hotel, Boralesgamuwa
Stay tuned with glamour and pride for the grandest night for the Sportsmen and Sportswomen of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Physical Education Unit along with the Sports Council of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura are welcoming all the esteemed color-winners to celebrate the joy of the Victorious Year – 2022.
Please note that this is not an invitation card.

Seminar and Workshop Series on Statistics, Statistical Inference, R Programming, and Data Science
2023-06-08 12:05 - 13:00 (America/Caracas)
A great initiative by the Statistical Consulting Service, Department of Statistics, FAS!
The Statistical Consulting Service, Department of Statistics, FAS, has designed a comprehensive seminar and workshop series to enhance the statistical knowledge and skills of scholars, with a particular focus on statistics, statistical inference, R programming, and data science. The primary objective of this workshop series is to provide our scholars with the necessary tools and a basic understanding to effectively utilize statistics and data science in their research and academic pursuits. The target audience for the workshop includes academics, undergraduate and graduate research students, and researchers who are new to the subject of statistics and data science or who want to brush up on their knowledge. This is a beginner-intermediate-friendly seminar and workshop series.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://learn.zoom.us/j/63041931029?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 630 4193 1029
Passcode: [REDACTED]
The plan for the Seminar Series 1 is as follows:
Seminar series 1:
Title: Uses and Misuses of Statistics
Speaker: Mr. P. Dias, Senior Lecturer, Department of Statistics, Faculty of Applied Sciences
Date, time and mode of delivery: June 8, 2023, From 12.05pm to 1.00pm via Zoom

Title: Statistical Inference: What, Why, and How
Speaker: Professor B.M.S.G. Banneheka, Professor in Statistics, Department of Statistics, Faculty of Applied Sciences
Date, time and mode of delivery: June 9, 2023, From 12.05pm to 1.00pm via Zoom

Haritha Wasanthaya organized by Forestry and Environment Society of USJ
2023-06-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Department of Forestry, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
නැවුම් අරුණැල්ලෙන් පිරී
හෙළ සිරිත් සැරසී…
හරිතවී පුබුදින්න,
වසන්තය පිළිගන්න,
සිනා කෙළි බෝ සෙල්ලම් ය මෙහි
හිඳී ඔබ එනකන් ම…
☀ හරිත වසන්තය 2023☀
හෙළ සිරිතේ මල් පූදින වසත් ඍතුව
2023 ජූනි 7
#හරිත_වසන්තය
#FESS
#DFES
#USJ
Title: Haritha Wasanthaya: A Colorful Student Traditional Game Festival at University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Date: 8 June 2023
Location: Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
The vibrant and highly anticipated Haritha Wasanthaya, a student traditional game festival, is set to kick off tomorrow at 8 am at the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. This day-long event promises to be a celebration of culture, camaraderie, and environmental consciousness, captivating participants and spectators alike.
Haritha Wasanthaya, meaning “Green Spring,” has become a cherished tradition organized by the Forestry and Environment Society of the university. This festival not only provides a platform for students to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Sri Lankan traditional games but also serves as a reminder of the vital importance of environmental stewardship.
The Forestry and Environment Society of the university, in collaboration with faculty members and student volunteers, has meticulously planned every aspect of Haritha Wasanthaya to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for all participants. Their dedication and commitment to preserving cultural heritage and promoting environmental consciousness have been instrumental in making this event a reality.
Tomorrow’s Haritha Wasanthaya promises to be an extraordinary day filled with laughter, friendly competition, and a deep appreciation for the rich tapestry of traditional games and sustainable practices. The Department of Forestry and Environmental Science eagerly awaits the arrival of participants as they embark on a remarkable journey of tradition, unity, and green ideals.
Join the Forestry and Environment Society of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura tomorrow at 8 am for a day-long celebration of Haritha Wasanthaya, where culture and environmental consciousness intertwine to create an unforgettable experience for all.

International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM) 2023
2023-06-08 07:30 - 2023-06-09 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Faculty of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura Gangodawila,, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
The Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka invites you to join the International Conference on Medical Sciences 2023, a two-day event on 8th and 9th June 2023. The Conference is designed on the theme of “Resilience. emediation. Reinvention”. Registration starts at 7.45AM. Click here for the program.
This conference, organized by the Research Committee of the faculty, aims to showcase research, innovation, and experiences in medical sciences across the region and to foster collaboration among researchers, practitioners, academics, senior scientists and patient representatives. The conference will feature oral and poster presentations and symposia covering topics of medical relevance. All academics, undergraduate and postgraduate students and researchers are welcome to participate in this conference and share their insights and expertise.
For further details contact :

Dr. Thushari Dissanayake,
The Conference Secretary,
Research Committee,
Faculty of Medical Sciences,
University of Sri Jayewardenepura,
Nugegoda, Sri Lanka.Mobile : +94 77 2988221
Dr. Nilanka Perera,
Secretary – Research Committee,
Faculty of Medical Sciences,
University of Sri Jayewardenepura,
Nugegoda, Sri Lanka.Mobile +94 71 8021350

E-mail : icm@sjp.ac.lk

REGISTRATION FEES

Category
Registration Fee

Undergraduates
1000 LKR

Academics and Postgraduates
2500 LKR

Overseas Presenters
50 USD

Please deposit or transfer the registration fee given above to the following bank account. Attach proof of payment during online registration.
Account Name : RESEARCH COMMITTEE FMS
A/C number: 097-1-001-9-0027595
Bank and Branck : People bank Gangodawila branch
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Navigating Beyond Beach Clean-ups: Unleashing Effective Solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution - World Environment Day 2023
2023-06-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Department of Forestry, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
ප්ලාස්ටික් දූෂණය මැඩලීමට වෙරළ පිරිසුදු කිරීමෙන් එහා ගිය ඵලදායී විසදුම් – සංවාදශීලී දේශනය
“Navigating Beyond Beach Clean-ups: Unleashing Effective Solutions to #BeatPlasticPollution”
.Under the World Environment Day 2023 theme of #BeatPlasticPollution, this event aims to uncover innovative strategies to tackle plastic pollution at its roots. Be part of the movement as we unveil cutting-edge approaches, discuss the circular economy, and explore sustainable practices that will make a lasting impact in our fight against plastic pollution.
Seminar organized by Forestry and Environment Society, University of Sri Jaywardenepua with Young Biologists Association
6 June 2023 at 4 pm
@ Forestry Auditorium
University of Sri Jaywardenepua
Nugegoda
Speakers
Prof. Hiran Amarasekera
Prof. Meththika Withanage
Dr. Randika Jayasinghe
Dr. Jagath Gunawardana

Plastic Collection, Polluter Identification, Sorting, Recycling, and Recycling Venture Support Project at the Attidiya Wildlife Wetland.
2023-06-05 08:00 - 11:30 (America/Caracas) | Attidiya Bird Sanctury, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka
🌍 Join Us to #BeatPlasticPollution and Support Recycling! 🌱🌊
📅 Date: June 5, 2023 at 8 am
📍 Location: Bird Park, Attidiya Wildlife Wetland
🌱 Organized by: Forestry Society, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
🔬 Supported by: Young Biologists’ Association, Sri Lanka

On World Environment Day 2023, let’s come together to combat plastic pollution, promote recycling, and push for a transition toward a circular economy.
🌿 What to expect at the event: 🌿
⿡ Plastic Collection Drive: Roll up your sleeves and join us in collecting plastic waste from the wetland area. By actively participating, you will contribute to the restoration of this magnificent ecosystem.
⿢ Polluter Identification: Through innovative techniques, we will identify the sources of plastic pollution, raising awareness and encouraging responsible waste management practices.
⿣ Sorting and Recycling: Witness the power of recycling as we demonstrate how plastic waste can be sorted and transformed into valuable resources. Learn about the importance of recycling and its role in the transition to a circular economy. Additionally, we will provide opportunities for individuals to hand over their plastic waste to local recycling ventures, supporting their efforts and ensuring proper disposal.
⿤Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops where you can learn creative ways to reduce plastic consumption, adopt sustainable practices, and explore the benefits of recycling. Get inspired and become an agent of change!
🌍 Join Us in the Fight Against Plastic Pollution and Support Recycling! 🌱🌊
📅 Date: June 5, 2023, from 8 am
📍 Location: Bird Park, Attidiya Wildlife Wetland
🌱 Organized by: Forestry Society, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
🔬 Supported by: Young Biologists’ Association, Sri Lanka
🔬Supported by: Department of Wildlife Conservation
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Guest Lecture on "Targeting Host Pathways for Dengue Treatment"
2023-06-02 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Caracas) | Senate Board Room, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Gangodawila, Nuegoda, Nugegoda, Western, 10250, Sri Lanka
A Guest Lecture on “Targeting Host Pathways for Dengue Treatment” organized by the Department of Immunology and Molecular Medicine will be held on the 2nd of June 2023 from 11.30 am to 12.30pm at the Senate Boardroom of University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The Guest lecturer will be Prof. Ashley St. John, PI of the Laboratory of Immunity and Immune Pathology in the Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases, Duke-NUS Medical School.

"Business Registrations and Legal Procedures" - Workshop
2023-06-02 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Caracas) | SBTF1 Hall
A Workshop on “Business registrations and legal procedures” organized by the Department of Entrepreneurship of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura will be held on the 2nd of June 2023 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at SBTF 1 Hall. The guest speaker for the workshop will be Miss Thiloka Yapa, Assistant Lecturer at the Legal Studies Unit, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Orientation Programme and New Intake for 2023 Academic Year at Faculty of Applied Sciences, USJ
2023-05-23 13:00 - 2023-05-27 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Bandaranaike Hall, University of Sri Jayawardenepura,, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
The inauguration ceremony of the Orientation Programme will take place on 23rd May 2023 at Bandaranayake Hall, starting from 13:00 pm onwards. This event marks the beginning of a five-day programme designed to acquaint students with various aspects of university life.
The Orientation Programme includes the following key sessions:

Inaugural Session
Counselling Session
Library Orientation
Session on how to learn at the University
Mentoring Program
Departments visits

These sessions aim to provide students with the necessary tools and guidance to thrive in their academic pursuits. Additionally, we have curated a series of seminars and workshops to enhance students’ soft skills, including leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and innovative thinking.
We believe that the Orientation Programme will serve as a platform for students to foster personal and professional growth, enabling them to excel both academically and beyond.
We look forward to a successful and enriching Orientation Programme, where students will have the opportunity to explore their potential, establish connections, and lay a strong foundation for their university experience.
Download the Detailed Schedule of the Orientation Programme

The 4th Coffee Chat for Student Startups and Budding Innovators at USJ
2023-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Entre Club, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Sumangala Building, Sumangala Building, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250
The Fourth Coffee Chat will be held on 22nd of May 2023, from 4.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. at Entre Club, FHSS-USJ (Sumangala Building, Ground Floor)
Our Guest speaker for the day is Dr. Ravi Liyanage, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Kingdom of Raigam. He is a proud USJ Alumni. He was the Platinum award winner of FCCISL Entrepreneur of the Year in 2005 as well as the much coveted CIMA Business Leader of the Year, thus becoming the first ever entrepreneur to win both these awards in the same year. He is also a well-known lecturer in Management across many Universities.

Admittance is FREE, but limited to the first 25 who pre-register.

Click the below link to the registration https://forms.gle/rVszg2FaAXmEuyBd6

Coffee Chat is an initiative by the Innovation, Invention, and Venture Creation (IIVC) Council of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) aimed at supporting student-led startups and budding entrepreneurs to succeed. This initiative is undertaken in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit, Startup Hub and Entre Club of USJ. We are inviting students at USJ who are leading a startup and budding entrepreneurs to join us and share their stories and grow.

UPADHIDHARI VYAVASAYA UDAANAYA 2023- Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Programme 2023
2023-05-19 09:00 - 2023-05-21 17:00 (America/Caracas) | Senate Board Room, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Gangodawila, Nuegoda, Nugegoda, Western, 10250, Sri Lanka
The StartUp Hub of University of Sri Jayewardenepura is teaming up with National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA) to organize “Upadhidhari Vyavasaya Udaanaya 2023” that is a three day training session for undergraduates and recently graduates of USJ, to promote and encourage their entrepreneurial mindsets and skills. The event is scheduled to take place at the
Senat Boardroom USJ starting from the 19th of May 2023 to the 21th of May 2023, beginning at 9:00 a.m.. Undergraduates and graduates who participate in this programme will have the opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders. The most exceptional ideas from Entrepreneurship undergraduates’ and graduates’ final year thesis/dissertation/projects will be funded by NEDA.
The program will consist of the following content and will be offered over a period of three days.
Day 01
Awareness program for graduates Programme introduction and welcome
Industry experience sharing sessions
Entrepreneurship skill-boosting activity
Day 02
The Catalyst for Growth- Brain into Business
Production and admin plan
Discussion and feedback on the production and admin plan
Day 03
Business Plan development
Only limited seats for 100 students available for this prestigious event!
To secure your spot, register now at
https://forms.gle/qgBQFqwUgXZUXxox8

A guide to better equip yourself as a successful Entrepreneur - Webinar
2023-05-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Caracas) | Online
The Rotaract club of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura is organizing YES 23 – Young Entrepreneurship Summit 2023. As part of this event, a webinar titled “A Guide to Better Equip Oneself as a Successful Entrepreneur” will be conducted by Ms. Chathini De Silva, a lecturer in the Department of Entrepreneurship at the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, USJ. The webinar is scheduled for May 9th, 2023, from 6 pm onwards, and will be held via Zoom.

Registration link : https://forms.gle/RAnwE4RM2KFKWjBu9

112th Commemoration of Most Venerable Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Thero
2023-05-03 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Caracas) | University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Gangodawila, Nuegoda, Nugegoda, Western, 10250, Sri Lanka
The 112th Commemoration Ceremony of the Most Venerable Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Nayake Thero will be held on 03rd of May 2023 at the University premises.
The ceremony will commence at 8:45 a.m. with the offering of Amisa Pooja at the Buddha Shrine of the University.
The Commemoration Ceremony will be followed by a commemorative oration by Prof. Praneeth Abyesundara, of the Department of Anthropology at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, at 9:00 am at the Sumangala Hall.
