Category Archives: 2019

Office of International Affairs & Research   →  2019
19
Dec
Date December 19, 2019
Categories 2019, To SLTC, Visits

Visit to Sri Lanka by Delegates from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan University of Technology and China University of Mining and Technology


A delegation of representatives from several top ranked Chinese Universities visited Sri Lanka Technological Campus, Padukka on the 14th of December, 2019 for a presentation and discussion on University Education in China. They had sessions with the students and members of the staff. Representatives from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan University of Technology and the China University of Mining and Technology did comprehensive presentations on their respective establishments, introducing their teaching and research capabilities and Scholarship opportunities.





The discussions led by Professor Dushantha Nalin, Head of School of Postgraduate Studies were joined by representatives from the Centre for Research and Innovative Services (CRIS) and the Office of International Affairs. During the meeting, both parties had extensive discussions on
possible academic and research collaborations leading to staff and student exchanges in the near future. The delegates, after concluding the first round of discussions, toured the campus and the National Telecommunication Museum.






0 Comments Author oiar_admin
19
Dec
Date December 19, 2019
Categories 2019, To SLTC, Visits

Visit of Prof. Partha Roop of University from Auckland, New Zealand


Prof. Partha Roop, Associate Dean (International) and Mr. Ryan Gamon, International Manager for the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Auckland (UoA) visited the Sri Lanka Technological Campus, Padukka on the 13 th December 2019 to finalize the 2+2 articulation agreement in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and to discuss the way forward.





The discussions led by Mr. Ranjith G. Rubasinghe, President & CEO of SLTC, was mainly focused on successfully launching the said program in Sri Lanka and in formulating marketing strategies to attract top students across the island with interests in studying in the Australasian region. Prof. Partha also noted the possibility of SLTC’s top performers to directly enter the University of Auckland’s Doctoral program on full scholarships. Acknowledging Prof. Partha’s initiative, Dr. Udesh Oruthota, Director of Academic Resources at SLTC inquired on the prospect of initiating a staff exchange program. Furthermore, Mr. Gamon emphasizing on the importance of the partnership, noted that SLTC was in-fact the only academic Institution, UOA has entered into such
a comprehensive partnership with, in the South Asian region.





The delegates also had an informative session with potential students where Mr. Gamon gave an introduction to the University and gave an outlook of the student life in New Zealand and Prof. Partha as a Professor at the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering introduced the areas of research, UOA is currently interested in and the opportunities that await them at
Auckland.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    19
    Dec
    Date December 19, 2019
    Categories 2019, To SLTC, Visits

    Professor Bim Prasad Shrestha’s Visit to Sri Lanka


    Prof. Shrestha, the Head of External Affairs & Global Engagement and a Professor in Mechanical

    Engineering at the Kathmandu University (KU), Nepal, visited Sri Lanka on the 1 st of December

    2019 to further develop the collaborative framework between KU and SLTC. He had a series of

    meetings with Mr. Kumarasinghe Sirisena, Chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom, Mr. Ranjith Rubasinghe,

    President of SLTC and Dr. Nanda Gunawardane, Director, Research and International Affairs of

    SLTC at the SLTC City Campus in Colombo, following their meeting in Kathmandu, earlier this year.

    During the discussions, the two institutions reached a consensus on academic collaborations such

    as credit transfers, staff /students exchanges and establishing research collaborations.





    In recognition of the lack of education in the field of sanitation, technology in Sri Lanka, Prof.

    Shrestha proposed an elective course to be designed by KU and to be delivered online to students

    at SLTC and based on the response to offer a more comprehensive program on the subject.

    Furthermore, on the invitation of Prof. Shrestha, the representatives of SLTC attended the closing

    ceremony of the workshop facilitated by IHE Delft, Netherland with support from Bill Gates and

    Melinda Foundation at the BMICH on the 4th of December 2019.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    21
    Nov
    Date November 21, 2019
    Categories 2019, To SLTC

    Visit of Representatives from University of Essex, UK


    Danny
    O’Missenden, Partnerships Manager (Development & Oversight) and Sally
    Day, International Partnerships Officer from the University of Essex visited
    Sri Lanka Technological Campus, Padukka on the 8th November 2019, initiating
    discussions on future collaborations between the two institutions and a
    possible partnership in launching postgraduate programs on Economics and
    Business Management.





    The
    discussion led by Dr. Sanjeewa Maithripala, Consultant for Research and
    Academic Affairs and Professor Anoma Abhayaratne, SLTC Business School was
    joined by other senior academics and representatives from the School of Postgraduate
    Studies and the Office of International Affairs.





    Furthermore,
    Professor Abhayaratne, an alumna of the University of Essex pointed out the
    need for economics programs which focus on the Sri Lankan higher education
    market and the upsurge of local think tanks and their efforts in introducing
    studies on development and managerial economics to the island’s public and
    private sector. The President & CEO of SLTC, Mr. Ranjith G. Rubasinghe
    joining the discussion further clarified SLTC’s commitment in creating a
    liberal environment for research and learning in Sri Lanka.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    21
    Nov
    Date November 21, 2019
    Categories 2019, To SLTC

    Professor G. R. Sinha’s Visit to SLTC


    Dr. G. R. Sinha, a Professor from IIIT Bangalore, India deputed to MIIT Mandalay Myanmar successfully concluded a four day visit to Sri Lanka Technological Campus, Padukka on the 9th November 2019 as the first of many academic visits and collaborations during his tenure as a visiting professor.





    Dr. Sinha, an exceptional senior scholar with interests varying from Medical Image Analysis to Outcome based Education, is believed to contribute and enrich SLTC’s academic community’s intellectual and research endeavours and international projections. During his stay, together with the SLTC’s faculty, the Visiting Professor conducted workshops on writing research grant proposals and book proposals, a series of lectures on Medical image processing and OBE and finally panel discussions with members of the faculty and the administration. In acknowledging Professor Sinha’s contribution to the campus, the President & CEO, Mr. Ranjith G. Rubasinghe presented him with a certificate of appreciation and encouraged further collaborations.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    20
    Sep
    Date September 20, 2019
    Categories 2019, Visits

    Visit to Tribhuvan University, Nepal


    With the goal of making Sri Lanka known for its high quality education, a team of delegates from SLTC visited the Tribhuvan University, Nepal, in July, 2019. Fruitful discussions were carried out on establishing academic and research relations between the two universities. Rector, Prof. Dr. Sudha Tripathi, Deans of the Faculties and Senior Staff members took part in the discussions, and it was agreed upon signing a Memorandum of Understanding between the two universities in this September.





    Sri Lankan Embassy in Kathmandu, headed by Her Excellency the Ambassador Ms. Swarna Perera actively engaged in facilitating these discussions and thus creating more higher education opportunities for Sri Lankan and Nepali students.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    20
    Sep
    Date September 20, 2019
    Categories 2019, Visits

    Visit to Kathmandu University, Nepal


    Mr. Kumarasinghe Sirisena, Chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom, Mr. Ranjith Rubasinghe, President of SLTC, Dr. Nanda Gunawardane, Director, Research and International Affairs of SLTC, Her Excellency Ms. Swarna Perera, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Nepal and Ms. Dinesha Samarasinghe, First Secretary, Embassy of Sri Lanka visited Kathmandu University (KU) in Dulikheli, Nepal on 11th July, 2019 to carry out discussions regarding initiating collaborations between the two universities.





    Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Ram Kantha Makaju Shrestha and a number of important personnels representing KU attended the discussions conducted to draw useful decisions which would be implemented for the improvement of the quality of education towards achieving common goals. 





    It was agreed to prepare the relevant proposal by 21st July 2019, and once the collaborations are initiated between SLTC and KU, it is expected to facilitate credit transfers, exchange of staff / students and establishing research collaborations for applying for grants.





    Moreover, a SLTC
    desk will be set at KU to promote research and academic engagements,
    and possibilities to conduct a Hospitality Management course will also
    be assessed. Sri Lankan Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal will be actively
    involved in facilitating the academic and research relations between the
    two universities.






    0 Comments Author oiar_admin
    20
    Sep
    Date September 20, 2019
    Categories 2019, Visits

    Visit to Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Nepal


    With the prospect of establishing and strengthening international relations with renowned South Asian universities, delegates from SLTC met the Honorable Minister of Education, Science and Technology of Nepal, Mr. Prakash Sunuwar and secretaries to the Ministry in July 2019. In the course of discussions, attention was focused on how to strategically improve the higher education opportunities for Nepali and Sri Lankan students and improving the quality of tertiary education in both the countries. Further, it was agreed on enrolling outstanding Nepali students at SLTC and also to conduct a session for higher education recruiting agents in Nepal to promote SLTC activities. The Hon. Minister further requested SLTC to offer courses on Tourism and Ayurvedic Medicine which will be beneficial for the Nepali students. These Diplomatic level discussions were held with the active contribution and patronage of Her Excellency the Ambassador Ms. Swarna Perera and the First Secretary, Ms. Dinesha Samarasinghe.










    Author oiar_admin
    30
    Jul
    Date July 30, 2019
    Categories 2019, Visits

    Visit of Mr. Vikas Sabat from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), India


    Mr. Vikas Sabat met with  Dr. Lalith Wijetunga, Dr. Nanda Gunawardhana, Eng. Ranjith Gunawardena and Mr. Milinda Rajapaksha from SLTC to discuss on implementing relationships between KIIT and SLTC.





    Here, the discussions
    focused on conducting short term (one semester) and long term (more than a
    semester) student exchange programs between the two institutes along with 8-12
    weeks industry placement for engineering students. Further, it was considered
    to exchange staff members for short term depending on the requirements of KIIT
    and SLTC.





    The two institutes agreed to conduct joint research projects to enhance the reputations of KIIT and SLTC.  In addition, it was agreed to apply joint research projects for international funding agencies.


    Author oiar_admin
    1 2