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  • Meeting with the Delegation from Southern Illinois University, USA

    Meeting with the Delegation from Southern Illinois University, USA

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura welcomed a delegation from Southern Illinois University (SIU), USA, on 28 October 2026. The meeting aimed to explore opportunities for strengthening international academic/ research collaboration and establishing mutually beneficial partnerships between the two universities. The SIU delegation comprised Prof. Constantinos Tsatsoulis, (Vice Chancellor for Research and Dean of the Graduate…

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  • Zhejiang Shuren University Delegation Visits USJ to Strengthen Academic Collaboration

    Zhejiang Shuren University Delegation Visits USJ to Strengthen Academic Collaboration

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) welcomed a delegation from Zhejiang Shuren University (ZJSRU), China, on Monday, 26 October 2026. The visit aimed to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the two institutions and explore new opportunities. The delegation was led by Professor Zhang Qing, Executive President of Zhejiang Shuren University, and included Associate Professor Cao…

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  • USJ and RUDN University, Russia, Strengthen International Collaboration through Trade, Education and Tourism

    USJ and RUDN University, Russia, Strengthen International Collaboration through Trade, Education and Tourism

    The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHSS) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) successfully conducted a two-day international collaboration programme with RUDN University, Russia, on 26 and 27 October 2026, focusing on Trade, Education and Tourism (TET). The programme aimed to strengthen academic cooperation, promote cultural exchange, and explore opportunities to enhance economic,…

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  • Meeting with Tamkang University, Taiwan

    Meeting with Tamkang University, Taiwan

    Prof. Yen-Ling Lin from the Department of Economics, Tamkang University, Taiwan, accompanied by 17 students, visited the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and participated in a discussion held at the Center for Sustainability (CFS). The discussion was attended by academic staff from the Faculty of Urban and Aquatic Bioresources (FUAB) and the Faculty of Applied Sciences…

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  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura Strengthens Collaboration with Qilu University of Technology, China

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura Strengthens Collaboration with Qilu University of Technology, China

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), through its Centre for International Affairs with the Faculty of Technology, signed a Letter of Intent with Qilu University of Technology, Jinan, China, on 2 July 2026. The agreement marks another important milestone in strengthening USJ’s international academic partnerships. During the discussions, both universities identified strong academic synergies, particularly…

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  • Japanese Ambassador Delivers Guest Lecture at USJ

    Japanese Ambassador Delivers Guest Lecture at USJ

    The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura hosted a distinguished guest lecture by H.E. Akio Isomata, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, on the theme “How Can Japan & Sri Lanka Navigate the Complex and Turbulent World.” The lecture provided valuable insights into the evolving global landscape and the…

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  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura Hosts International Day of Yoga 2026

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura Hosts International Day of Yoga 2026

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura proudly hosted the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 on 18 June 2026, marking the 14th consecutive year that the University has served as the venue for this global celebration. The event was organized by the Suwa Yoga Sansadaya (Community Medical Officer’s Unit, Maharagama) in collaboration with the Department of…

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  • USJ Students Participate in Spring Language and Cultural Program in China

    USJ Students Participate in Spring Language and Cultural Program in China

    A delegation of 46 students from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura participated in the 2026 Spring Language and Cultural Program at Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, China, from 28 May to 08 June 2026. The program was coordinated by Prof.…

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  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura and DAAD Discuss Expanding Academic and Research Partnerships

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura and DAAD Discuss Expanding Academic and Research Partnerships

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura recently welcomed a delegation from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) comprising Mr. Arthur Rapp, Director of the DAAD Regional Office, Ms. Nishka Thukral, Executive Assistant to the Director, and Ms. Nimaya Manudewa, Regional Officer of the DAAD Information Centre, Colombo. As part of their visit, the DAAD representatives also…

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  • USJ Explores New Collaboration Opportunities with Hainan Tropical Ocean University

    USJ Explores New Collaboration Opportunities with Hainan Tropical Ocean University

    The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) recently welcomed Zhang Guochen – Director of Office of International Exchanges & Cooperation, Huang Hai – Dean of School of Fisheries and Life Sciences and Liang Lin – Admin Officer of Office of International Exchanges & Cooperation from Hainan Tropical Ocean University, China, for discussions on strengthening academic and…

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