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December 24, 2024

The ‘Varsity Battles’ 2024, the second edition of the inter-university capital market quiz competition organized by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), concluded on a high note at The Epitome, Kurunegala. This prestigious event saw participation from 38 teams representing 13 state universities, showcasing the intellectual […]

November 6, 2024

The ZeroPlastic Trail Clean Up Walk’ 24 concluded recently has proven to be a transformative movement across Sri Lanka, mobilizing over 11,000 volunteers in more than 130 cleanup walks partnered and initiated nationwide. Over 25,000 kgs of plastic and polythene removed from surroundings. With a call to action for sustainable change, ZeroPlastic urged the government, […]

August 27, 2024

OCTAVE, the Data and Advanced Analytics Centre of Excellence of the John Keells Group, formalised its strategic partnership with the Department of Statistics within the Faculty of Science of the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka with the signing of an MoU on 15th August 2024. The MoU was signed by Krishan Balendra, Chairperson of […]

August 9, 2024

Colombo, August 08, 2024 – Seeni Colombo launched Steps Against Diabetes, an initiative supporting Paa Saviya, a not-for-profit diabetic wound and foot care unit established by the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Colombo. This innovative campaign aims to address the critical issue of diabetes in Sri Lanka, where 1 in 4 individuals, including […]

February 29, 2024

CFA Society Sri Lanka was pleased to announce Team A of University of Colombo as winners of the 17th edition of the annual CFA Institute Research Challenge Sri Lanka competition; a platform that nurtures the talents of aspiring financial professionals. In this year’s finals, four outstanding student teams comprising teams from University of Colombo, University […]

February 16, 2024

CFA Society Sri Lanka is pleased to announce that teams from the University of Colombo, the University of Sri Jayawardenepura, and two teams from the University of Kelaniya have qualified for the local finals, following an extensive grading process. The finals are scheduled for 27th February 2024 at the Colombo Stock Exchange Each university team […]

September 26, 2023

CDB was the Silver Sponsor, at the event ‘Back to Faculty’ organised by the University of Colombo’s Faculty of Management and Finance to celebrate the achievements and journeys of graduates during the past 42 years. CBD’s sponsorship helped to energize the proceedings where past graduates congregated to network, reminiscence and embrace friendships. […]

October 24, 2022

Lead Tomorrow 2022, organized by the Rotary Club of Colombo Mid Town and the Rotaract Club of University of Colombo Faculty of Management and Finance, was held at the University of Colombo recently, with the theme “Inspiring the future entrepreneur to restart Sri Lanka”. Mr. Dian Gomes delivered the key note address […]

October 21, 2022

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Sri Lanka, with the aim of producing talent with cross-sector accounting and finance knowledge, skills, professional & ethical values, and backed by the goal of sharing ACCA’s global expertise with the next generation of finance professionals who have a critical role to play in uplifting […]

August 25, 2022

The Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IBMBB) of University of Colombo takes beauty and wellness standards to new heights with the launch of its range of “QofL” (Quality of Life) brand products. QofL products are backed by years of extensive scientific research and know-how available in Sri Lanka to ensure […]

The Faculty of Law (Team 01) from the University of Colombo, Crowned Ultimate Champion of Varsity Battles 2024 Quiz Competition.

ZeroPlastic Trail Clean Up Walk’ 24 concludes urging Sri Lanka to make EPR mandatory

John Keells Group’s OCTAVE partners with the University of Colombo in driving Data and Advanced Analytics Education

Steps Against Diabetes: A Journey for a Cause

CFA Institute Research Challenge Sri Lanka 2023/24: Recognizing Excellence in Financial Analysis: University of Colombo shines

Top Universities to Compete in the CFA Institute Research Challenge Sri Lanka 2023/24

CDB as Silver Sponsor supported ‘Back to Faculty’ celebrations of University of Colombo – Faculty of Management and Finance

Lead Tomorrow 2022 to inspire future entrepreneurs to restart Sri Lanka

ACCA strengthens their collaboration with the University of Colombo

‘QofL’ and University of Colombo partner to redefine quality of life