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University of Peradeniya secured the position of First Runner-Up in ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฆ๐ฉ ๐๐๐๐, Inter University Quiz Competition-2025.
๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฆ๐ฉ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ IRCSLโs organized by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL), was concluded successfully offering a dynamic blend of learning, enjoyment, and valuable insights into the insurance sector. ๐๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ง๐ข๐ฒ๐ delivered an outstanding performance by securing the position of First Runner-Up ๐๐ฅณ and winning a cash prize of LKR 100,000. The competition was effectively coordinated by the Career Guidance Unit, whose support greatly contributed to this achievement.
Career Guidance Unit, University of Peradeniya Wins Best Project Proposal at ICLVEโ25
The Career Guidance Unit of the University of Peradeniya was honored with the Best Project Proposal Award for its innovative initiative, the launch of the โSARARASโ Magazine, under the theme โValues in a Multidisciplinary Context โ Cultivating Ethics across Disciplines.โ This recognition was awarded at ICLVEโ25 โ The International Conference on Living Values Education, held on 11th August 2025 at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute. The conference was proudly organized by the VOW Society of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, under the guidance of its Career Guidance Unit.
Introducing the Career Counselling Portal!
The Career Guidance Unit of University of Peradeniya is excited to announce the official launch of the Career Counselling Portal โ now available to all undergraduates across all faculties! ๐ Book your one-on-one session with our experienced career counsellors: ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ผ Ms. Sumudu Lankathilaka ๐ง๐ปโ๐ผ Mr. Suchinthana Dasun Get personalized guidance in: ๐ผ Internships & Employment Guidance ๐ CV Writing Help ๐ค Interview Skills Coaching ๐ Study & Academic Support ๐ฒ Reserve your in-person session through our online booking system: https://cgu.pdn.ac.lk/cgu/wsap.appointmentsys/ ๐ฏ 100% FREE sessions in both English and Sinhala, physically held at the Career Guidance Unit (WUS Premises) Start shaping your future today! โ๏ธ For more information: 081239203
University of Peradeniya and British Council MoU Signing Event
We are pleased to share the highlights from the recent signing Event of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the University of Peradeniya and the British Council, held at the Vice Chancellors Office on November 5th, 2024. This partnership aims to expand opportunities in undergraduate internships, library services, and professional development for English language teachers. The event was attended by distinguished representatives from both organizations. The British Council's Country Director and Assistant Manager of the Kandy office represented the British Council. From the University of Peradeniya, attendees included the Vice Chancellor, the Director of the Career Guidance Unit, the Librarian, the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching, and Career Counselors. This collaboration marks a significant step toward fostering academic growth and enhancing resources for our students and faculty. Watch the video to catch key moments from the ceremony and learn more about this impactful partnership!