The school project titled “Sisuwara,” organized by the Sixth Batch of the Higher Diploma in Communication and Public Relations offered by the Department of Mass Communication, University of Kelaniya, was successfully held on 15th November 2025 at Saraswathi Tamil Maha Vidyalaya, Yakkalamulla, Galle.

The event was conducted under the course unit Communication and Public Relations Planning Project. Under the theme “Empowering Students for a Future of Virtue, Wisdom, and Strength,” several project activities were carried out with the aim of promoting mental health and digital literacy among schoolchildren.

As part of the project, a school workshop was organized with the participation of students, teachers, and parents. The first session, titled “Digital Media Space and Digital Media Literacy,” was conducted by Dr. Manoj Jinadasa, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Kelaniya. The second session was conducted by Senior Lecturer Saman Rajapaksha of the Department of Mass Communication, and Director of the Communication and Media Unit, on the theme “Education, Morality, and Values.”

In conjunction with the workshop, several development initiatives were completed: the renovation of the school’s main hall, donation of sound management equipment and chairs, donation of books to the library, and provision of sanitary facilities, sports equipment, and school supplies.

Mr. T. S. Rajendran, Principal of Saraswathi Tamil Maha Vidyalaya; teachers; students from Grades 9 to 13; and parents participated in the event, which also featured performances showcasing the artistic talents of both the Higher Diploma students and the schoolchildren.

The event was graced by the presence of Senior Lecturer Amali Uthpala Nandasiri, Coordinator of the Higher Diploma in Communication and Public Relations; Senior Lecturer Darshana Somarathne, Deputy Director of the Centre for Distance and Continuing Education; Lecturer Ayesh Wijayasinghe; Assistant Lecturer Sudesh Abeynayaka; and Ms. Koshika Jayawardhana, Assistant Coordinator of the Higher Diploma in Communication and Public Relations.

Additionally, the event was attended by several distinguished invitees, including Ms. V. A. V. D. P. Rasanjani, Divisional Secretary, Yakkalamulla; Mr. D. H. A. Athula Sirilal, Divisional Director of Education, Kottawa; Inspector of Police Mr. Hettiarachchi, Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Yakkalamulla; Ms. S. H. Renuka, Chief Nursing Officer, Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Office, Yakkalamulla; Ms. H. D. D. R. Wijewardene, Child Rights Promotion Officer, Divisional Secretariat, Yakkalamulla; Mr. Sudheera Madhuranga, Grama Niladhari; Ms. Y. A. D. W. Gayanthi, Family Health Service Officer, Nakiyadeniya; Ms. Achala Abeyrathne, Economic Development Officer, Nakiyadeniya; Mr. Sena Bandu Gamage, Samurdhi Development Officer, Nakiyadeniya; and Ms. Rangika, Estate Welfare Officer, Thalangahawatta. 

The first guest lecture of the lecture series organized by the Department of Mass Communication, University of Kelaniya, to celebrate the centenary of Sri Lankan radio was successfully held on November 26, 2025, at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The session was conducted by Mr. Indika Jayaratne, Director of Research, Training, and Foreign Relations at the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation, who delivered an insightful lecture titled “The Century of Radio Communication and Presenter Eras.”

The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Manoj Jinadasa, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Mass Communication, together with Senior Lecturer Saman Rajapaksha, Senior Lecturer Amali Uthpala Nandasiri, Assistant Lecturer Hansika Sewwandi, Assistant Lecturer Nipuni Bhagya, Assistant Lecturer Janani Pamodya, and the first- and second-year students of the BA (Hons) in Mass Communication degree programme offered by the Department of Mass Communication.

The certificate distribution ceremony of the 10th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Studies and Cultural Festival (SANGAMAM), organized by the Research Centre for Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, marked the successful conclusion of the event, celebrating the dedication and active participation of all attendees, on 24^th November 2025 at the Board Room of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Certificates were awarded to the organizing committee, presenters, volunteers, and contributors in recognition of their commitment, hard work, and valuable contributions to the conference.

The event was graced by Professor M.M. Gunathilake, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences; Professor A.G. Amarasinghe, Director, Research Center for Social Sciences; and Senior Professor Anura Manatunga, Department of Archaeology.

The ceremony not only highlighted the achievements of individuals but also emphasized the spirit of collaboration and knowledge-sharing that defined the SANGAMAM Conference. It served as a moment of pride and appreciation, encouraging everyone to continue their pursuit of learning, innovation, and collective growth.

The Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, ceremonially inaugurated the Bachelor of Library and Information Science (External) Degree Programme on 7th November 2025 at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The event was graced by Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, who attended as the chief guest. Distinguished invitees included Mr. Rasika Karunarathna, Deputy Secretary (Admissions), University Grants Commission; Senior Professor Wasantha Subasinghe, Acting Vice-Chancellor, Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine;  Professor M. M. Gunatilake, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences; Ven. Dr. Dodamkumbure Dammadassi Thero, Director of the Centre for Distance and Continuing Education; Cadre Chair and Senior Professor M. K. Weerasinghe; Senior Professor W. A. Weerasooriya; Dr. Priyanwada Wanigasooriya, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science; and all the academic staff members together with Heads of Departments, Professors, and other academic members of the Faculty.

The Bachelor of Library and Information Science (External) Degree Programme has been introduced with the objective of providing an academic progression pathway for students who have successfully completed the Diploma and Higher Diploma in Library and Information Science, offered by the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya. The programme is designed to enhance the professional knowledge, skills, and competencies of those engaged in the field of library and information science, thereby contributing to the advancement of the profession at both national and institutional levels.