A special guest lecture on “Why Masculinity?: Exploring Men, Desire, and UK Sex Clubs,” organized by the Research Centre for Social Sciences, was held on the 06^th of November 2024 at the Board Room of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The main objective of conducting this lecture was to create dialogue on research works.

The lecture was conducted by Dr. Chris Haywood, Reader in Critical Masculinity Studies at the Department of Media, Culture and Heritage in the School of Arts and Cultures, Newcastle University, who graced the event as the Chief Guest. The event was also honoured by the presence of Professor A. G. Amarasinghe of the Department of Geography, University of Kelaniya, as an Honourable Guest. 

The lecture was attended by members of academic staff representing all the departments of the Faculty of Social Sciences, researchers, and students. See More

The book titled "Amara Samarcaṇā: J.A. Amaraweera Commemoration Volume," a tribute to the life and contributions of J.A. Amaraweera, a leading professional in the field of Library and Information Science in Sri Lanka, was officially launched by the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, on the 6th of November 2024, at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences. 

This Commemoration Volume consisted of articles devoted to vivid areas of librarianship compiled by scholars and professionals.

Senior Professor Nilanthi De Silva, Vice Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, graced the event as the Chief Guest. Professor Most Venerable Neluwe Sumanawansha Thero, Vice Chancellor of the Sri Lanka Buddhist and Pali University, and Professor M. M. Gunathilaka, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences were the Guests of Honor of the event. 

Senior Professor W. A. Weerasooriya of the Department of Library and Information Science delivered the keynote address, reflecting on Mr. Amaraweera’s immense contributions to the field and his enduring legacy. Senior Professor M. K. Weerasinghe, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science, officially opened the ceremony with a welcome speech. Professor Weerasinghe highlighted Mr. Amaraweera’s significant role as a visiting lecturer and mentor to countless students, shaping the development of Library and Information Science at the University of Kelaniya and beyond. 

A key highlight of the event was the expression of appreciation with thanks by Venerable Bopeththe Somananda Thero, Lecturer in the Department of Library and Information Science, as the Chief Editor of the commemoration volume. In his remarks, Venerable Somananda Thero acknowledged the collective effort that contributed to producing the commemoration volume, serving both a tribute to Mr. Amaraweera’s contributions and as a valuable resourceful work for reading. He also expressed gratitude to the family of Mr. Amaraweera, particularly his wife and daughter-in-law, who took part in the ceremony. 

The event also brought together heads of departments, academic staff from both the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, authors, professionals, and practitioners in the field of Library and Information Science in Sri Lanka. Many of the academic staff members and the students of the Department of Library and Information Science who attended were the disciples of Mr. Amaraweera. See More

The Department of Library and Information Science of the University of Kelaniya proudly hosted a ceremony to award diplomas and certificated to its students on the 13^th of October 2024 at the Main Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The programs offered by the department include the Diploma in Library and Information Science, the Diploma in Information Management and Technology, and the Higher Diploma in Library and Information Science.

Prof. M. M. Gunatilake, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, graced the event as the Chief Guest, while the other distinguished guests included Senior Prof. M. K. Weerasinghe, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science, and Dr. Patrick McNamara, Executive Director of the United States-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission.

Dr. McNamara delivered the keynote address at the ceremony, sharing his insights on the importance of library and information science in today's world.

A total of 160 students received their diplomas and certificates at the event. Additionally, the event witnessed the participation of the academic and non-academic staff of the Department of Library and Information Science. See more

The "Suvātrā" Health Camp, organized by the 5th batch of the Higher Diploma in Communication & Public Relations of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Kelaniya, was held on the 19th of October, at the Lassakanda Sri Samantabhadrarama Temple in Eratne, Ratnapura.

This camp was conducted in collaboration with several key institutions, including the Divisional Secretariat, Kuruwita; Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Office, Kuruwita; Sri Lanka Eye Donation Society; Cipla Sri Lanka, and HelpAge Sri Lanka.

The health camp offered a range of free clinical services, such as eye tests, distribution of spectacles, coordination of the provision of contact lenses for eight selected individuals, blood sugar tests, cholesterol checks, lung function tests, and more.

The camp witnessed the participation of many heads of various institutions as well as the academic staff of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Kelaniya.

Furthermore, the camp was attended by nearly a thousand residents from the villages of Lassakanda, Adavikanda, Eratne and Sudhagala. See more