Online gaming has quietly evolved into one of the most influential forms of entertainment among today’s university students. Yet, despite its rapid growth, surprisingly little attention has been given to understanding how gaming actually fits into young adults’ everyday lives. Most existing research still centres on revenue, downloads, or concerns around addiction and aggression, often … How Gaming is Reshaping Campus Life
Hong Kong, from 22 to 24 April 2026, the heart of Asia’s higher education community will converge at the THE Asia Universities Summit 2026, hosted in partnership with the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. This year’s summit marks a dual celebration, the institution’s 35th anniversary and a decade since it last welcomed the … Asia Summit 2026: Universities Forge the Next Frontier in Innovation and Global Leadership
For students dreaming of an international education and a future beyond borders, NIBM International’s Open Day 2026 promises to be a powerful first step. This special event invites aspiring undergraduates, parents, and career-driven individuals to explore global study opportunities, receive personalised guidance, and gain clarity on how to transform academic goals into real-world success. Scheduled … NIBM Opens Doors to Global Study Pathways
By Flemin FernandoVice President, AIESEC in the University of Kelaniya From 3rd to 5th October 2025, AIESEC in Sri Lanka hosted the National Leadership Development Seminar (NLDS) 2025 at Carolina Beach Resort. The conference welcomed around 300 young leaders from universities all across Sri Lanka, creating a space filled with learning, connection, and shared purpose. … NLDS 2025: Three Days That Brought Young Leaders Together
Students in Sri Lanka now have the opportunity to earn an internationally recognised business degree without leaving the country, as Southern Cross University (Australia) partners with NSBM Green University to offer its Bachelor of Business programme locally. Under the theme “Study Global. Stay Local.”, this initiative allows Sri Lankan students to gain an Australian university … Southern Cross University Brings its Bachelor of Business to NSBM Green University
Writing a thesis or dissertation is one of the most challenging and most important academic journeys a student will ever take. From struggling with structuring chapters to understanding ethical publishing standards, many undergraduates and postgraduate students find themselves overwhelmed at critical stages of their research process. Addressing this growing need, the CIPM Applied Research Centre … CIPM to Host Research Writing Workshop for Young Scholars
Universities in Sri Lanka face real pressures such as budgets tightening and the tension of every programme to prove its value when it comes to cultivating art. For this reason arts and humanities subjects are viewed as luxuries whereas they should not be because they teach skills that matter deeply in today’s workplaces and society. … Real Impact of Growing Arts & Humanities in Sri Lankan Universities
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, a Sri Lankan-born academic and the current President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leicester, has been knighted in the 2026 King’s New Year Honours for his outstanding contribution to higher education and leadership in advancing inclusion. Born and educated in Sri Lanka, Professor Canagarajah pursued his higher education in the UK, … Sri Lankan-born academic knighted in King’s New Year Honours
Sri Lankan students aiming for internationally recognised qualifications have new opportunities ahead as AIC Campus, a global education provider with multiple regional campuses across the country, announces its January intake for a range of academic programmes, from foundation and undergraduate degrees to specialised areas such as business, psychology, and early childhood education. With partnerships spanning … AIC Campus Opens January Intake for International Degrees : Early Bird Offers Available
The Australian International College (AIC) has officially opened its newly relocated Admissions Centre at a modern corporate premises in Colombo 05, marking a significant step forward in enhancing student engagement and service delivery. Now operating from the 2nd Floor, No. 61/1, Lorenz Road, Colombo 05, the new Admissions Centre offers a more professional, accessible, and … AIC Unveils New Corporate Admissions Centre in Colombo 05
In today’s rapidly evolving digital world, education must continually adapt to prepare young minds for the demands of tomorrow. Recognising this need, the Professional Development Unit (PDU) of the Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) is successfully delivering a range of short-term, future-focused courses designed specifically for students who have completed their Advanced Level (A/L) examinations. … IIT’s PDU Empowers the Next Generation with Future-Ready After A/L Short Courses
The Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) has invited school students across the country to participate in a cartoon drawing competition, aiming to spark interest in wildlife and conservation issues through creative expression. Under the initiative, pupils are encouraged to submit original cartoon artwork that reflects themes related to wildlife, nature protection, and environmental stewardship. The … Wildlife Department Launches Cartoon Contest to Inspire Student Creativity
Cyclone Ditwah’s severe floods have inflicted an estimated Rs. 3 billion worth of damage on the University of Peradeniya, local officials say, as academic buildings and vital facilities were hit hard by rising waters. The deluge, brought on by heavy rains linked to the cyclone in late November, submerged parts of the campus and caused … Cyclone Ditwah Leaves Peradeniya University Facing Billions in Damage
Prime Minister and Minister of Education Harini Amarasuriya made an on-the-ground visit to some of the severely impacted schools to personally evaluate the extent of damage inflicted on educational facilities following the recent severe weather events. The Minister visited Pasarai Uri Tamil Primary School, Negahakiwula National School, Welimada Muslim National School, Katawaththa Giant Spring pre … Education Ministry Assesses School Damage after Cyclone Impact
Due to the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, Sri Lanka’s eductaion system was severely disrupted and to restore this system, a project plan prepared by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) was presented in a discussion held between the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, and a delegation from … The UNICEF plan to restore Sri Lanka’s education system after ‘Ditwah’ disaster