University of Sri Jayawardanapura Women’s Baseball Team Triumphs in Inaugural Inter University Championship

University of Sri Jayawardanapura Women’s Baseball Team Triumphs in Inaugural Inter University Championship

In a ground-breaking moment for women’s baseball in Sri Lanka, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura clinched victory in the 1st Invitational Inter University Women’s Baseball Championship held on March 23rd, 2024. Hosted by the University of Peradeniya, the tournament witnessed fierce competition among participating teams from the University of Peradeniya, University of Colombo, and University…

J’Pura Warna 47th Colors Awarding Ceremony: A Night of Celebration and Excellence

J’Pura Warna 47th Colors Awarding Ceremony: A Night of Celebration and Excellence

Sportswomen and sportsmen from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura gathered in anticipation for the prestigious 47th Colors Awarding Ceremony, held at the Hotel Grand Mondo, Homagama, on the memorable evening of March 27th. With People’s Bank leading as the main sponsor, esteemed figures such as Mr. Sujeewa Rajapaksa, Chairman of People’s Bank, and Senior Professor…

The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) has once again emerged triumphant in the Inter University Championship 2022, showcasing outstanding athletic prowess and securing the overall championship title for the fourth consecutive year. With a remarkable score of 365.5 points, USJ reaffirmed its dominance in collegiate sports, marking a historic achievement in the realm of university…

Sri Lankan University Games 2023 : J’pura Makes History

Sri Lankan University Games 2023 : J’pura Makes History

Sri Lankan University Games, also known as SLUG is one of the most anticipated sporting events for state universities in Sri Lanka. The event is held once in a 4 years and this time, after introducing three new sports; beach volleyball, wrestling and weightlifting-women, consisted of 30+ sporting events. Being the chief organizer for Sri…

SECOND CONSECUTIVE SRI LANKA UNIVERSITY GAMES CHAMPIONSHIP

SECOND CONSECUTIVE SRI LANKA UNIVERSITY GAMES CHAMPIONSHIP

Sri Lanka University Games commonly known as SLUG is the premier sports festival which is held among the undergraduates of the state universities in Sri Lanka. SLUG provides a magnificent platform for the undergraduates to display their true sporting spirit to the world. It is considered as the “Mini Olympics amongst the university community and…

Umayanga Mihiran Leads Sri Lankan Junior Boxing Team to Victory at 34th International Championship

Umayanga Mihiran Leads Sri Lankan Junior Boxing Team to Victory at 34th International Championship

Penang, Malaysia – In a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, the Under 20 Junior Boxing Team from Sri Lanka, led by Umayanga Mihiran, emerged triumphant at the 34th International Boxing Championship held from December 11th to 15th. This prestigious event brought together nearly 120 athletes from twelve countries worldwide. Umayanga Mihiran, a first-year student…

Orientation Program for the Faculty of Medical Sciences 2024

Orientation Program for the Faculty of Medical Sciences 2024

The Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura recently held its 2024 Orientation Program on February 8th. This year’s program focused on demonstrating the significant role that sports have in university life. It was hosted Faculty of Medical Sciences through the Physical Education Unit and highlighted the range of sports—25 in all—that…

Personal and Professional Development Program

Personal and Professional Development Program

The personal and professional development workshop 2024, which was specifically designed for third-year students from the esteemed Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, concluded successfully on Wednesday, February 14th, for Group 1 and on February 21st, for Group 2, at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura’s Gymnasium. The Physical Education Unit thoroughly planned this programme.On the…

31st World University Games 2023 : 6 Representatives from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura

31st World University Games 2023 : 6 Representatives from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura

The upcoming 31st World University Games is set to be held in China, from the 28th of July to 8th of August. We are proud to say that the team representing Sri Lanka consists of 6 students from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. To take part in the Badminton – Double event, we have Hasara…

J’pura Produces Another Representative for 4X400m Relay at the Asian Athletic Championship

J’pura Produces Another Representative for 4X400m Relay at the Asian Athletic Championship

Two exceptional athletes from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura have been selected to represent Sri Lanka in the upcoming Asian Athletic Championship 2023, scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand from July 12th to 16th. In the intense selection rounds, where a talented pool of athletes competed, our university’s athletes showcased their remarkable skills. Among…