SLIIT Awards Night 2024!
Tuesday, 19 November 2024
SLIIT Awards Night 2024 was a dazzling celebration held on November 19, 2024, at Shangri-La Colombo, marking not only a night of accolades but also commemorating 25 years of excellence in education and innovation. Over 500 participants came together to honour milestones and achievements of their peers, reflecting on a legacy built over two and
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Youth and Road Safety Workshop at De Mazenod College, Kandana
Monday, 18 November 2024
The Department of Civil Engineering, represented by Dr. Janaka Perera – Head | Department of Civil Engineering, Eng. Shaluka Fernando, Eng. Sudhara Withana, and Eng. Zakib Fazil, conducted a road safety workshop titled “Youth and Road Safety” at De Mazenod College, Kandana, on November 18, 2024. The initiative was supported by Prof. Niranga Amarasingha and
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Empowering Future Minds: AI Workshop at St. Servatius’ College by SLIIT School Reach and Codefest
Monday, 18 November 2024
The SLIIT School Reach initiative, in collaboration with SLIIT Codefest, proudly conducted an engaging session titled ‘The Importance of AI as a Smart Student’ for the students of St. Servatius’ College, Matara, on November 18, 2024. The session was expertly facilitated by Mr. Samadhi Rathnayake, Lecturer, and Mr. Nelum Chathuranga, Senior Lecturer, both from the
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SLIIT Inspires Future Innovators at Sumangala Girls’ College with AI Workshop
Monday, 11 November 2024
The SLIIT School Reach initiative, along with SLIIT Codefest, successfully hosted a session titled ‘The Importance of AI for Smart Students’ for the students of Sumangala Girls’ College, Weligama, on November 11, 2024. The session, led by Mr. Samadhi Rathnayake, a Lecturer from the Faculty of Computing, included an interactive activity where students were tasked
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SLIIT Proudly Celebrates Team Success at CODESPRINT 8!
Friday, 08 November 2024
Congratulations to our talented 3rd year Electrical and Electronics Engineering students from the SLIIT – Faculty of Engineering Malabe, Sri Lanka – Chenuka Bogahawatte, Rashmika Dilshan, and Nisuni Sineja on winning the 1st Runner-Up position at the Codesprint 8 competition, organized by the IEEE IIT Student Branch! Their innovative, compact, portable energy meter, designed for
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SLIIT Powers up the 1990 Suwa Seriya Ambulance Service Educate with Heart
Friday, 08 November 2024
SLIIT is dedicated to shaping knowledgeable individuals who contribute positively to the nation, fostering not only academic excellence but also empathy and social awareness in our students. Through our ‘Educate with Heart’ initiative, SLIIT has proudly joined hands with the 1990 Suwa Seriya Ambulance Service, launched in 2016 to provide free emergency medical assistance across
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Celebrating Excellence at the Faculty of Engineering – Dean’s List Award Ceremony 2023
Thursday, 07 November 2024
The Faculty of Engineering at SLIIT proudly hosted the 2023 Dean’s List Award Ceremony on the 7th of November, 2024, at the Engineering Auditorium. This special event recognized and honored our students’ dedication, hard work, and exceptional academic achievements. Congratulations to all the awardees! Your commitment to excellence sets a high standard for the future
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SLIIT Hosts Career Guidance Session on IT Industry Opportunities at Anura College
Tuesday, 05 November 2024
The SLIIT School Reach Initiative, successfully hosted another engaging session on the topic “Career Guidance session exploring the opportunities in the IT industry” for the students of Anura College, Gampaha, on November 5, 2024. The session was conducted by Dr. Prasanna S. Haddela – Head | Graduate Studies of SLIIT
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InnovateNet 2024!
Monday, 04 November 2024
“InnovateNet 2024” showcased innovative Network Technology Projects by third-year Computer Systems and Network Engineering students. Guided by Prof. Anuradha Jayakody and Ms. Shashika Lokuliyana, the students displayed their innovative solutions and technical skills. The organizers thank all attendees and participants for their support and encouragement, contributing to the success of this event.
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SLIIT Hosts Career Guidance Program for Manpower Department Officers on Emerging Career Trends in Science and IT
Monday, 04 November 2024
SLIIT was featured in a special training program sessiom held on 04th of November 2024 for Career Guidance Officers from the Department of Manpower and Employment. This was organized by the Future Lanka Research & Development Foundation. The program included an insightful session by Ms. Madara Jayanetti a Lecturer at the Faculty of Humanities &
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SLIIT Team Diamonds Shines at Tantalize 2024 Inter-University Dance Competition!!
Friday, 01 November 2024
Congratulations to SLIIT Team Diamonds for being selected as finalists and advancing to the Grand Finale of Tantalize 2024, the inter-university dance competition organized by APIIT Sri Lanka! The 14 talented team members from various SLIIT faculties have showcased their skills in Team Diamonds and earned their spot as finalists, competing among over 30 teams
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SLIIT School Reach Initiative Inspires Ananda College, Kottawa Students with Tech-Savvy Skills
Friday, 01 November 2024
The SLIIT School Reach Initiative, along with SLIIT Codefest, successfully hosted another engaging session on the topic of “Using Technology as a Smart Student” for the students of Ananda College, Kottawa, on November 1, 2024. The session was conducted by Mr. Nelum Chathuranga, Senior Lecturer together with Mr. Samadhi Rathnayake, Lecturer, and Mr. Nushkan Nisme,
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Empowering Future Leaders for a Sustainable Tomorrow!
Tuesday, 29 October 2024
The USAID Workshop on ‘Plastic Innovation for a Greener Tomorrow,’ hosted by the Centre for Excellence in Information, Electronics & Transmission (CIET) headed by Prof. Dush Jayakody at SLIIT, brought together 65 participants, including industry experts and students from both SLIIT and other universities, to explore innovations in sustainable plastic technology and discuss actionable solutions
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SLIIT takes the spotlight in the AD Scientific Index World Young University Rankings 2025!
Tuesday, 29 October 2024
SLIIT has proudly claimed the #1 position among all universities in Sri Lanka! This outstanding achievement highlights our steadfast commitment to excellence in education and research. Together, let’s continue to reach even greater heights!
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SLIIT Hosts AI Session for St. Mary’s College Students with Codefest Collaboration
Tuesday, 29 October 2024
The SLIIT School Reach Initiative, along with SLIIT Codefest, successfully hosted an engaging session on the emerging field of Artificial Intelligence for students of St. Mary’s National College, Veyangoda, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. The session included an interactive poster presentation and was conducted by Mr. Samadhi Rathnayake, Lecturer, and Mr. Nushkan Nisme, Assistant Lecturer,
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SLIIT’s Sipsaviya Initiative Inspires Students at Sri Sanghabodhi Central College
Tuesday, 29 October 2024
Sipsaviya – SLIIT School Reach Initiative successfully hosted an inspiring session on “Careers in the Field of Information Technology” for students of Sri Sanghabodhi Central College, Nittambuwa, on Tuesday, 29th October 2024. The session was conducted by Ms. Shashika Lokuliyana, Program Coordinator of Computer Systems and Network Engineering and Senior Lecturer at the SLIIT Faculty
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SLIIT Faculty of Computing Dean’s List Ceremony Honors Academic Excellence
Monday, 28 October 2024
The Faculty of Computing-Dean’s List Award Ceremony at SLIIT celebrated the outstanding achievements of our top-performing students. As Sri Lanka’s largest IT degree-awarding institute, we take immense pride in recognizing our students’ accomplishments, both in and out of the classroom. The Dean’s List honours those who have excelled academically, meeting rigorous criteria, including a semester
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SLIIT Triumphs Again: Champions of APIIT Extravaganza 2024!
Friday, 25 October 2024
SLIIT continues to reign supreme, crowned champions once again at the APIIT Sri Lanka Extravaganza 2024, a tournament that saw fierce competition from non-state universities, higher education institutes, and even some state universities. Our athletes have brought immense pride to SLIIT, raising our flag high on the grand stage of sports. As the number one
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SLIIT Codefest School Workshop 2024 at Maliyadeva Model College, Kurunegala
Friday, 25 October 2024
SLIIT Codefest 2024, a national software competition organized by the Faculty of Computing – SLIIT, is hosting a series of school workshops across the country to raise awareness about software development. As part of this initiative, a workshop was held at Maliyadewa Model College, Kurunegala, where Mr. Samadhi Rathnayake, a lecturer from the Faculty of
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SLIIT is proud to partner in the APAC Cybersecurity Fund Program
Friday, 25 October 2024
SLIIT is proud to partner in the APAC Cybersecurity Fund Program to strengthen cybersecurity efforts in Sri Lanka. Kavinga Yapa Abeywardena, a Senior Lecturer at SLIIT, emphasizes the critical need for cybersecurity awareness among individuals and MSMEs in the country. Through this collaboration, the APAC Cybersecurity Fund Program seeks to empower students and provide essential
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SLIIT Launches Library Readers Club to Inspire a Culture of Reading
Thursday, 24 October 2024
SLIIT proudly launched the Library Readers Club, aiming to foster a love for reading, unite book enthusiasts, and promote a reading culture within the community. The launch event featured a keynote speech by Professor Theekshana Suraweera and an inspiring talk by author and lawyer Ms. Dilini Jayasuriya, who shared insights on the transformative power of
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SLIIT: A Star Performer at NBQSA 2024!
Wednesday, 23 October 2024
The National ICT Awards – NBQSA 2024, a prestigious annual event celebrating ICT excellence in Sri Lanka, was held at the Monarch Imperial on October 23, 2024, organized by the Sri Lankan section of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. It was a momentous occasion for SLIIT, as its exceptional supervisors and students achieved historic
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Design Dialogue Watercolor Workshop 2: Where Colors Meet Imagination!
Wednesday, 23 October 2024
A day immersed in creativity! From brush strokes to bold splashes, our talented participants unlocked their artistic potential, turning blank canvases into vibrant expressions. Join us on this journey of discovery, where each drop of paint brings new ideas to life. Stay tuned for the next brush with creativity!
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IESL Student Chapter Officially Launched at SLIIT
Wednesday, 23 October 2024
On 23rd October 2024, the The Institution of Engineers, Sri lanka (IESL) officially inaugurated its student chapter at the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT). The announcement was made by IESL President, Prof. Ranjith Dissanayake, during the ‘IESL Day 2024’ event organized by the Engineering Society of SLIIT, which served as the precursor to
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SLIIT Engineering Students Shine at the IEEE Sri Lanka Circuit Challenge!
Tuesday, 22 October 2024
Once again congratulations to our talented 3rd year Electrical and Electronics Engineering students from SLIIT Faculty of Engineering : Chenuka Bogahawatte, Rashmika Dilshan, and Nisuni Sineja for winning as the 2nd Runner-Up at the IEEE Sri Lanka Circuit Challenge 2024, held on October 22 at Hotel Ramada, Colombo! Their innovative Wearable Medical Device is designed
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SLIIT Professional Development Programs Division recently conducted a Strategic Planning Workshop
Friday, 18 October 2024
SLIIT Professional Development Programs Division recently conducted a Strategic Planning Workshop for DIMO Lanka PLC’s executive professionals. The training covered essential topics, including strategic planning, environmental scanning, SWOT analysis, strategy formulation, implementation, and monitoring. The workshop designed to be interactive and enabled participants to engage in hands-on activities and acquire valuable insights for real-world application
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SLIIT featured in a special training program series for the Department of Manpower and Employment.
Monday, 14 October 2024
SLIIT Business School and the Faculty of Computing – SLIIT were featured in a special training program series held on 14 October 2024 for Career Guidance Officers from the Department of Manpower and Employment. Organized by the Future Lanka Research & Development Foundation, the program included an insightful session by Ms. Geethma Pathirana, a Lecturer
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SLIIT Career Week 2024: Empowering Graduates and Undergraduates with New Opportunities
Sunday, 13 October 2024
The SLIIT Career Week, the first step in a journey of a thousand miles, organized by the SLIIT Career Guidance Unit, was successfully held on the 11th, 12th, and 13th of October 2024, with the participation of esteemed companies from Sri Lanka. SLIIT graduates and undergraduates took part, advancing their career paths by meeting company
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Huge Congratulations to the Champions of Brain Busters with SLIIT Season 4!
Saturday, 12 October 2024
Huge Congratulations to the Champions of Brain Busters with SLIIT Season 4! 🏆 Champions: Richmond College, Galle 🥈 1st Runners-Up: Royal College, Colombo 🥉 2nd Runners-Up: Mahinda Rajapaksa College, Matara We are thrilled to celebrate these brilliant teams: Richmond College: Manuka Rison, Vihanga Thathsara Royal College: Kalya Mettananda, Virula Liyanage Mahinda Rajapaksa College: Amayuru Patabendi,
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Supporting Beyond the User Interface 2024
Friday, 11 October 2024
The annual ICT Day at Royal College was successfully held on October 11, 2024, featuring the Inter-school ICT Quiz finals, award ceremonies, and insightful sessions on AI, IoT, and robotics. Dr. Mahima Weerasinghe, Senior Lecturer from SLIIT’s Faculty of Computing, graced the event as Chief Guest. Congratulations to the Royal College Computer Society for an
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Sipsaviya – SLIIT School Reach at Mahinda Rajapakse College, Matara
Friday, 11 October 2024
Sipsaviya – SLIIT School Reach Initiative successfully conducted an inspiring session on the topic ’21st Century Students’ for the students of Mahinda Rajapakse College, Matara on Friday, 11th October 2024. The session was led by Dr. Virajith Gamage, Assistant Professor, at the School of Education and Mr. Lakmal Eranda, Senior Lecturer at School of Education
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Techno Sri Lanka 2024
Friday, 11 October 2024
SLIIT is at Techno Sri Lanka 2024 International Engineering and Technology Exhibition. Join us at Stall A1 & A2 today, 11th October, as well as on Saturday, 12th and Sunday, 13th October, for an exciting opportunity to explore cutting-edge innovations, discover new possibilities, and connect with SLIIT – Faculty of Engineering Malabe, Sri Lanka experts.
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SLIIT Secures Top Spot in Sri Lanka’s Non-State University Rankings for 2025
Wednesday, 09 October 2024
SLIIT reinforces its position as Sri Lanka’s top non-state university in the prestigious 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, a global recognition of its commitment to academic excellence, student experience, research and innovation, and leadership in higher education. This achievement earned during its silver jubilee highlights SLIIT’s growing international and national standing.
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SciFest 2024
Tuesday, 08 October 2024
The Department of Applied Sciences of the SLIIT Faculty of Humanities and Sciences organized the SciFest 2024 for the second time on the 8th of October 2024. Emeritus Professor Ruchira Cumaranatunga graced the event as the chief guest. This year, the young innovators’ competition was introduced as a new feature, providing a platform for school
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SLIIT UNI – Inauguration | October 2024
Tuesday, 08 October 2024
SLIIT warmly welcomed our new batch of students with enthusiasm. We are confident that, through their journey with us, they will develop both academically and personally, equipping them to make meaningful contributions to society and lead the way toward a brighter future.
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Tripartite Engagement at SLIIT, held in collaboration with The University of Queensland – International (UQ) and SLIIT!
Monday, 07 October 2024
We are excited to share the success of Tripartite Engagement at SLIIT, held in collaboration with the Schools, The University of Queensland – International (UQ) and SLIIT! The event brought together top schools from across Sri Lanka to engage in forward-thinking discussions on the leadership in education, future of education and technology. We were honored
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SLIIT Talks 2.0
Thursday, 03 October 2024
The SLIIT Business School Entrepreneurs Club hosted 𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐈𝐓 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊𝐒 𝟐.𝟎 on 3rd of October 2024, bringing together visionary leaders who shared their incredible journeys and insights on entrepreneurship and success. From building innovative brands to overcoming personal and professional challenges, the inspiring messages from Dr. Dilesha Perera – Founder of La Vivente, Mr. Joel Thilakarathna-
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SLIIT School of Law Launches Moot Court to Hone Legal Advocacy Skills
Wednesday, 02 October 2024
The SLIIT School of Law officially launched its Moot Court, a platform dedicated to providing students with hands-on experience in legal advocacy through simulated courtroom proceedings. The event was graced by His Lordship Justice Sobhitha Rajakaruna (Judge of the Court of Appeal) as the Chief Guest, alongside other notable legal professionals and academics like Justice
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ROBOFEST 2024
Tuesday, 01 October 2024
ROBOFEST 2024: Uniting Sri Lanka’s Best Minds in Robotics! The remarkable interest displayed by students from across the country underscores the profound impact ROBOFEST has made on young minds over the years, forging a new path into the world of robotics. The School Category Champion for ROBOFEST 2024 was Team Mavericks from Badulla Central College
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SLIIT Staff Cricket Team Shows Outstanding Performance at SLANSHEI Cricket Challenge 2024!
Saturday, 28 September 2024
Congratulations to the SLIIT Staff Cricket Team for their excellent performance, securing the runners-up position at the SLANSHEI Cricket Challenge 2024. The event, organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Non-State Higher Education Institutes (SLANSHEI), took place at the SLIIT Malabe Campus Grounds and featured competitive teams from several institutions. The SLIIT team demonstrated exceptional
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SLIIT’s Got Talent 2024!
Friday, 27 September 2024
The annual talent show, SLIIT’s Got Talent 2024, was held for the 10th consecutive year at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre on 27th September 2024. SLIIT’s Got Talent had the audience energized with amazing performances, showcasing mind-blowing talent by the orchestra and the talented undergraduates from all faculties. Organized by the Faculty of Engineering
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Designing Solutions for Impact 2024
Friday, 27 September 2024
SLIIT had the privilege of partnering with the University of Queensland, Australia, to host the ‘Designing Solutions for Impact’ competition on the 27th of September 2024 at the SLIIT premises. Several key delegates from the University of Queensland, including Professor Deborah Terry AC, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Queensland, along with other dignitaries, visited
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SLIIT FMAS Students Bond through Cricket in Inaugural Tournament
Thursday, 26 September 2024
The Financial Mathematics and Applied Statistics (FMAS) students of SLIIT recently organized a cricket tournament featuring six teams: Ratio Riders, ANOVA Avengers, Number Ninjas, Variance Vectors, Hypothesis Heroes, and Matrix Masters. The event brought together around 220 students from all four batches of the Financial Mathematics and Applied Statistics degree programme. The opening ceremony of
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International Cultural Village 2024
Thursday, 26 September 2024
Celebrating Global Diversity at the International Cultural Village 2024! Organized by the Year 3 students of SLIIT Business School, the event showcased vibrant cultural stalls and mesmerizing entertainment from around the world. A true reflection of unity and creativity, the festival brought the campus to life with performances, food, and traditions from various cultures. Join
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SLIIT Basketball Team Shine at APIIT Extravaganza 2024!
Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Congratulations to the SLIIT Women’s Basketball Team for their outstanding performance, finishing as 1st Runners-Up at the APIIT Extravaganza 3×3 Basketball Championship 2024. Led by standout players Yashodhara Athapaththu, Koshila Amarasinghe, Nethmi Thakshila, and Suhasna Ranathunga, the team has brought pride and glory to SLIIT. Your hard work and skills have truly paid off –
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Six SLIIT Academics Among the World’s Top 2% Researchers
Monday, 23 September 2024
SLIIT proudly announce that six of its academics have been named among the World’s Top 2% Researchers in the 2024 Stanford-Elsevier Ranking, based on their research publications in 2023 and career publication records. Dr. Bhagya Nathali Silva (Faculty of Computing), Prof. Dush Jayakody (Faculty of Engineering), and Prof. Dhanushka Udayanga (Faculty of Humanities and Sciences)
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Empowering the Next Generation: SLIIT Inspires Visakha Vidyalaya Students
Thursday, 19 September 2024
SLIIT conducted a series of workshops at Visakha Vidyalaya, Colombo 5, on the 19th of September 2024, delivering interactive sessions that provided senior science students with valuable insights into various fields. Prof. Nuwan Kodagoda, Pro Vice Chancellor of the Faculty of Computing – SLIIT, led a session on AI Technology for the next generation, while
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