The Inauguration Ceremony for the new entrants of the Academic year 2021-2022, University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) was successfully held on 06th June 2022 at the Vidya Jyothi Prof. V.K. Samaranayake Auditorium of the UCSC with the participation of more than 300 students, adhering to the COVID-19 health guidelines. The event was graced by Senior Professor H.D. Karunaratne, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Colombo, Senior Professor Upul Sonnadara, Dean of the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Dr. Rajitha Silva, Senior Student Counselor ,University of Colombo, Mr. K.A.S. Edward, Registrar of University of Colombo, Dr. Ajantha Atukorale, Director, University of Colombo School of Computing, Dr. Kasun De Soyza, Deputy Director, University of Colombo School of Computing, Heads of the Academic Departments, Coordinators of Centres and the academic, administrative and non-academic staff members of the UCSC.
After lighting the traditional oil lamp by the dignitaries, one minute’s silence was observed in memory of late Vidya Jyothi Prof. V. K. Samaranayake, the founder of University of Colombo School of Computing.
Dr. Ajantha Athukorale, Director of UCSC delivered a speech welcoming all the dignitaries and the students present.
Senior Professor H.D. Karunaratne, Vice Chancellor of University of Colombo addressed the gathering and provided some valuable insights into the student life at UoC.
A splendid introduction to UCSC was given by Prof. K.P. Hewagamage, former Director of UCSC enlightening the students.
Senior Prof. Upul Sonnadara, Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo addressed the gathering and elaborated on the value of the degrees offered by the University of Colombo.
Furthermore, Dr. Rajitha Silva, Senior Student Counselor emphasized that the students are always welcome to discuss their issues and that the counselors are happy to extend their support whenever needed.
Dr. Chamath Keppetiyagama, the Head of Internal Undergraduate Studies presented an introduction to the Undergraduate degree programmes.
Finally, Dr. Kasun De Soyza presented the vote of thanks concluding the ceremony successfully.
It was also noteworthy the manner in which the senior students of the UCSC entertained the audience with glamorous performances.
