Four talented students from the Department of Industrial Management proudly represented the University of Kelaniya at “Vibrance,” the cultural program organized by VIT Chennai under the ODYSSEY event.

With the team name “SheSeya,” Level 3 students Lakshika Shankari and Oshani Kavindya, together with Level 2 students Nadeesha Kavindi and Wasana Senarath, delivered a captivating performance blending Sri Lankan traditional dance with Indian classical elements.

In addition to their performance, the team also received the opportunity to take part in a series of programs conducted at VIT Chennai, making it a memorable and enriching experience for the students and a proud moment for the University of Kelaniya.

The Department of Industrial Management, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, received multiple prestigious recognitions at the Vice Chancellor’s Awards Ceremony 2025 for excellence in digital innovation, research, and academic service. The Department secured 1st Place as the Department with the Best Website in the University 2025, while Dr. Chathumi Ayanthi Kavirathna was awarded 1st Place as the Most Outstanding Young Researcher of the University of Kelaniya. Prof. Ruwan Wickramaarachchi received a Silver-Plated Medal for 30 Years of Continuous and Meritorious Service, and several academic staff members were presented with Outstanding Researcher – Merit Awards, reflecting the Department’s strong commitment to academic excellence, research impact, teamwork, and digital advancement.

The Department of Industrial Management successfully conducted a 10-day Orientation Program for the 2024/2025 new intake, designed to support students’ transition into university life. The program included academic awareness sessions, team-building activities, outbound training, a language camp, and recreational events, concluding with a gender diversity awareness session and a student talent show. Overall, the initiative provided a strong foundation for new students to confidently begin their academic journey 

Researchers from the University of Kelaniya presented two impactful studies at the International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions (ICTer) 2025, held at Marino Beach Hotel, Colombo. The first study, “Early Detection and Severity Assessment of Dysgraphia in Sinhala-Speaking Children Using a Multi-Modal Machine Learning Approach,” introduced Sri Lanka’s first AI-based framework to identify and assess dysgraphia in Sinhala-speaking children, aiming to support early screening and child well-being. The research was conducted by Ms. Sandushi Weraduwa, Mr. Dinesh Asanka, Dr. Thilini Mahanama, and Dr. Swarna Wijeathunge. The second study, “Identifying Three-Band Hyperspectral Composites That Outperform RGB for Floating Plastic Detection,” focused on improving environmental monitoring through advanced hyperspectral imaging. The research was carried out by Mr. Savindu Harith, Dr. Chathura Rajapakse, Dr. Thilini Mahanama, Mr. Dinesh Asanka, and collaborators from the University of Melbourne. These presentations highlight the University’s growing research excellence and commitment to innovation through local and international collaborations.

   National Hackathon Series Finals 2025 Successfully Concluded   The Industrial Management Science Students’ Association (IMSSA) of the Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya, in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology, successfully concluded the National Hackathon Series Finals at Waters Edge, Battaramulla. The event featured HackXJr 8.0 and HackX10.0, showcasing innovative school-level and inter-university solutions. HackXJr winners were Cinna Tech Five (Ga/Kiripedda Junior College), Future X (Urapola Central College, Gampaha), and Lunaris (Royal Institute International School), while HackX10.0 was won by Hydrotech, Itself (both from the University of Kelaniya), and Codex (Nebula Institute of Technology). The ceremony was attended by foreign representatives, dignitaries from the Republic of Congo, Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena, academic staff, officials, teachers, parents, and students. The department extends its congratulations to all participants and expresses special appreciation to Dr. Amila Withanaarachchi and IMSSA members for making the event a resounding success.    

The Department of Industrial Management successfully inaugurated the 2025 intake of the Master of Science in Management and Information Technology program on November 1, 2025, at the department auditorium. The ceremony marked the beginning of an inspiring academic journey for the new cohort, fostering innovation, leadership, and interdisciplinary learning. The event was graced by Senior Professor Sudath R. D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science, along with faculty members and the dedicated staff of the department. Their presence added significance to the occasion, as students were warmly welcomed into a vibrant and academically enriched learning community committed to excellence and growth.