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    FOUNTAIN Kickoff Meeting

    The University of Ruhuna, the leading partner of the project FOUNTAIN (Fostering sustainable university-industry techno-entrepreneurial collaborations and innovations in Asian universities) cofounded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union, is proud to announce its commencement on 1st July 2023. The kick-off meeting was held hybrid on 19th – 20th July 2023 at the gap HQ in Colombo 07 with the physical participation of FOUNTAIN local partners and online participation of foreign partners. The University of Ruhuna team comprises Senior Prof. G.Y Jayasinghe (Coordinator FOUNTAIN Project), Emeritus Prof. C.M. Navaratne, Prof. K.L. Wasantha Kumara, Dr. D.L.C. Kumari Fonseka, Dr. Chamila J. Wijekoon, Dr. Prabath Priyankara and Mr. K.M.C. Tharupath of Faculty of Agriculture, contributed to the FOUNTAIN Project at the forefront.

    The proposal for the FOUNTAIN Project which was developed by the University of Ruhuna team was able to secure a highly competitive and prestigious international research grant (Ref: 101082309) under the grant scheme of the Education Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency of the European Union.

    The FOUNTAIN Project will address the lack of strategic university-industry partnerships in Asian universities in terms of student employability, blended learning, invention and innovation, techno-entrepreneurial skills, curriculum development, multidisciplinary joint research and many other aspects. Through need assessments conducted with partners in Sri Lanka and Thailand, FOUNTAIN identifies gaps in university-industry collaboration, aiming to align industrial interests with public interests, particularly in agro-industries. Its objectives include enhancing university curricula with robust industrial training programs, strengthening university-business links, and establishing a community of practice involving university and industry actors in the field of agro-industries. Additionally, the project seeks to facilitate the transition of ideas into practice, promote business start-ups, and establish a centre of excellence in the invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship to meet the needs of graduates, academics, farmers, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and other industries in the country and the region.

    The FOUNTAIN Project boasts an impressive list of partnering higher education institutes from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Lithuania, Estonia and Sweden, including the University of Ruhuna, University of Peradeniya, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Horizon College of Business & Technology, Naresuan University (Thailand), Chiang Mai University (Thailand), Tallinn Technical University (Estonia), Vilniaus Gediminas Technical University (Lithuania) and Mid Sweden University (Sweden).

    Addressing the gathering the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena emphasized the importance of these projects and the institution’s commitment to fostering collaboration and advancing sustainable development. The event’s keynote speakers, Dr. Ravi Liyanage, Co-founder, and present Chairman/CEO of the Raigam group, and Senior Prof. Ranjith Dissanayake, Senior Professor at the University of Peradeniya and Chairman of the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL), shared valuable insights on sustainable business practices and green infrastructure, inspiring the audience to work towards a greener future.

    The highlight of the event was the official launch of the FOUNTAIN Project’s website, serving as a digital gateway to access information about the project’s activities, achievements, and research opportunities. This platform is set to facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders and partners worldwide, furthering the FOUNTAIN Project’s mission towards a sustainable and prosperous future.

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    Memorandum of Understanding Between the Colombo Stock Exchange and the University of Ruhuna
     
    In a significant move aimed at promoting capital market education and financial literacy, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the University of Ruhuna entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 19 th July 2023. The primary objective of this MoU is to equip students in Accounting and Finance departments with practical knowledge and skills relevant to the financial industry through various joint initiatives, programmes, and activities, such as Internship
    training programmes, workshops, and guest lectures. This hands-on experience will enable them to develop investment strategies and a comprehensive understanding of the stock market, preparing them for future professional success. Moreover, the CSE will grant a gold medal at the general convocation each year to a student who has demonstrated outstanding academic
    excellence in an accounting or finance-specializing area.
    Further, to extend the impact of this MoU beyond the university, the University of Ruhuna and CSE are expected to promote financial literacy among the general public to uplift the level of financial literacy in the country through research and awareness programmes.
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    Ruhuna Invention and Innovation Exhibition 2023 (RIIE-2023)

    Ruhuna Invention and Innovation Exhibition is organized by the University of Ruhuna, collaborating with Sri Lanka Inventors Commission, Southern Province Industrial Development Authority, Southern Province Education Ministry, and Department. The main objective of this event is to uplift the talents of new inventors in the southern province by providing valuable recognition for their inventions. The financial support was given by Technology Transfer Unit, under AHEAD funds, Ruhuna University.

    The RIIE-2023 was held on 05th June 2023 at the premises of the Department of Physics University of Ruhuna with the participation of the Governor of the Sothern Province, Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, and many other distinguished guests and general public. There were more than 750 inventions or innovations in various fields at the exhibition from School students, University and Tertiary educational institutes, Other institutes, and Open and Commercialized categories.

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    A Brief Summary of the 20th Academic Sessions and 19th Vice Chancellor’s Awards Ceremony

     

    The 20th Academic Sessions and 19th Vice Chancellor’s Awards Ceremony of the University of Ruhuna was held on 07th June 2023. The event was hosted by the Faculty of Management and Finance and concluded with a remarkable achievement. Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice Chancellor of University of Ruhuna participated as the Chief Guest to grace occasion. Professor Saman Chandana Ediriweera, the Deputy Vice Chancellor of University of Ruhuna participated as the Guest of Honour of the ceremony. The Keynote Speech was delivered by Dr. Chandra Embuldeniya, The Founder Vice Chancellor, Uva Wellassa University on “Intellectual and Entrepreneurial Thrust for a Resilient and Progressive Society.” The Oration was delivered by Dr. A.M.S.S. Amarasiri, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna on “Unraveling the mystery in search of nephroprotective therapeutics from Sri Lankan flora.” The scholars were awarded for their outstanding performance under the categories of the Most Outstanding Scholar (Prof. Sudhira De Silva, Faculty of Engineering), the Most Outstanding Young Researcher (Mr. W.A.H.M. Karunarathne, Faculty of Technology), the Most Outstanding Student Inventor/Innovator (Mr. A.G.P.D. Alahakoon, Faculty of Graduate Studies), the Highest Recipient of Grants (Prof. W.A. Indika, Faculty of Science), and the Most Outstanding Promoter of International Relations (Prof. D.A.L. Leelamanie, Faculty of Agriculture). Senior Professor L.M. Abeywickrama, Senior Professor C.M. Navarathna, Senior Professor E.A.G. Fonseka, Senior Professor R.P. Dharmawathie, and Prof. S.K.C. Wimalasundara were conferred to Emeritus Professorships.

     

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    1. Poson Bakthi Geetha Program
    2. Vice Chancellor visited Bhutan to fulfill a WHO assignment
    3. Staff Sports Meet
    4. Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) visited the Joint Center for Education and Research of the University of Ruhuna

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