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Eastern University, Sri Lanka ceremonially commenced the first working day of the Year 2026 with a dignified programme attended by religious dignitaries representing Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity, the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Deans of Faculties, Registrar, Librarian, Bursar, Heads of Departments, and members of the academic, administrative, academic support, and non-academic staff.

Eastern University, Sri Lanka (EUSL), hosted officials from the United States Embassy in Colombo on November 6, 2025, to review the progress of the ongoing English Language Fellow Program. This initiative is a close collaboration between the US Embassy and EUSL, dedicated to enhancing the English language skills of the university's undergraduate students.

Courtesy Call to the Vice Chancellor

Eastern University, Sri Lanka, had the honour of hosting His Excellency Mr. Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India, Madam Jha, and the esteemed delegation from the Indian High  Commission on 30th October 2025 at the Nalliah Auditorium. 

Meritorious Service Awards, Felicitation to Retired Staff – 2025 and the Vice-Chancellor’s  Award for Output-Based Research – 2024 

The Ceremony of the Meritorious Service Awards and Felicitation to Retired Staff for 2025, along  with the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Output-Based Research for 2024, was held on 29th October  2025 at the Nalliah Auditorium, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. 

15th Sri Lanka University Games (SLUG 2025) – Opening Ceremony 

A discussion on the establishment of a Technology Incubation Centre in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology was held at the Techno Park, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, on 19th July 2025.

The proposed Centre aims to provide state-of-the-art research and development facilities, including design and manufacturing technologies and consultation on business development and intellectual property. It is expected to serve as a hub for scientists, researchers, graduates, and innovators to transform ideas into practical solutions.

A discussion between the Eastern University, Sri Lanka, and Brandix held on 27.06.2025 at Boardroom of the University. 

Professor Pararajasingham Peratheepan, Professor in Physics at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, officially assumed office as the 11th Vice-Chancellor of the University, ushering in a new era of leadership and academic excellence.

The Ceremonial Commencement of Work for the year 2025 at Eastern University, Sri Lanka, was held on January 1st. The event began with the hoisting of the Sri Lankan and University flags by the Vice Chancellor and the Registrar, symbolizing unity and commitment to the institution's vision. This was followed by blessings from religious dignitaries, who invoked prosperity and success for the University community. As part of the program, all staff members pledged the "Clean Sri Lanka Oath," reaffirming their commitment to fostering a cleaner and more sustainable environment.