News & Event

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Virunaka Hendahewa, a third-year undergraduate from the Faculty of Engineering, showcased his outstanding performance at the recently concluded All-Island Open Ranking Table Tennis Championship 2023. Organized by the Tibhar sports club, this event took place from July 16th to 18th at the Kandy Municipal Indoor Stadium. Virunaka showcased his exceptional table tennis skills as he…

“ViduMini Outbound Training” 2023 was a collaboration between the External Degree and Extension Courses Unit and the esteemed Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. This exciting event took place on the 29th of June 2023, creating an unforgettable experience for all participants on the grounds of the University Upper…

The Physical Education Unit and the Sports Council of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura collaborated to organize a leadership program for the first intake of the newly established Faculty of Computing. Held on the 28th of June at the University Upper Grounds, this event aimed to foster leadership skills and strengthen the bond among the…