The FMSH Comperers’ Circle conducted the third workshop of their workshop series on “script writing techniques for professional compering” on the 18th of March. It was hosted by a seasoned professional in the field, Ms. Aruni Arulanantham who is a well-known event host, newsreader, and teacher, and brought a wealth of experience to the session.The workshop focused on essential aspects of proRead More…
The Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) proudly hosted its Women’s Day Celebrations on 10th March 2025, organized by the Centre for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE), bringing together inspiring voices to recognize and appreciate the contributions of women in academia, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the arts. The Chief Guests for the Event were the Vice Chancellor of KDU Rear Admiral HGU DaRead More…
On February 27, 2025, the Coffee Bar at KDU’s HQ building transformed into a space of literary exploration as Dr. Krishanthi Anandawansa, Senior Lecturer from the Dept. of Languages, FMSH conducted a poetry reading and mini-workshop for academic staff and interested participants. Organized by the Staff Development Centre (SDC) of KDU, this one-hour session aimed to broaden perspectives on poetRead More…
The Faculty of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities (FMSH) conducts Knowledge Sharing Sessions (KSS) for the purpose of providing a platform for sharing knowledge and experience among the faculty members. The 18th KSS was held on 27 February 2025 at the faculty premises. Dr. KR Ambepitiya (Senior Lecturer, Department of Management and Finance, FMSH) shared her thoughts on “The World BeyondRead More…
The Late Dr. Sara De Silva Memorial Lecture and the inauguration of Nippon-Lanka Collaboration Centre (NLCC-KDU) took place on March 3, 2025, at the auditorium on the 4th floor of the Metropolitan Campus, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), Colombo. This event marked a historic milestone in the academic and cultural partnership between KDU and Japan. The event was organized by Read More…
The British Council’s Youth-Leadership for Green and Inclusive Businesses (YLGIB) project successfully conducted a two-day workshop on February 27th and 28th at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU). The workshop was organized in collaboration with the Career Guidance Unit, Entrepreneurship Lab, and the Department of Languages to engage students in sustainable and inclusive Read More…
The Department of Social Sciences at KDU launched its first Career Guidance Workshop of 2025 under the theme “Bridging University to the Corporate World,” equipping students of Intake 40 with essential career insights. Held on February 13, 2025, at the 6-2 Lecture Hall, the session focused on leadership skills, and personal development, preparing students to navigate the transition from academia tRead More…