Bachelor of Science Honours in Tea Technology and Value Addition Degree Programme, hosted by the Department of Export Agriculture is a unique degree programme designed with the objective of producing well rounded graduates to uplift the country’s Tea sector to thrive in the competitive world market. Having identified the greater need to expose students to [...]

"Globally Connected - Locally Engaged" Active citizens drive the change themselves. Uva Wellassa University (UWU) became a proud partner in the successful journey of young 'Active Citizens' under the UNICYCLE project - Going Global Partnerships introduced and funded by the British Council. The project commenced in January 2022 with two other Sri Lankan universities and [...]

The 15th Annual Research Forum (ARF) of Sri Lanka Agricultural Economics Association (SAEA) was held on the 29th of April 2022 at the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka as a hybrid event under the theme of “Post-pandemic Economic Recovery in Sri Lanka”. SAEA which was established in 1992 is the national professional organization for [...]

The ceremonial opening of the D interactive smart classroom complex of the Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS) was held on 22nd of March 2022 at the D block with the presence of the honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera and other distinguished invitees. D interactive smart classroom complex consists of three classrooms of capacity [...]

The Physical Education Unit of Uva Wellassa University organized Vice Chancellor’s Challenge Trophy Badminton Tournament on 15th March 2022. It was held for the second consecutive year  at Uva Wellassa University indoor badminton court . This challenge trophy was played against Sabaragamuwa University and Uva Wellassa University won by a landslide. Uva Wellassa University won [...]

Recognizing the mutually beneficial capabilities and abilities of the each, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uva Wellassa University and Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Research and Training Institute (HARTI) agreed to support each other to achieve both their respective academic, education and training mandates and contribute to the development of Sri Lanka by working together [...]

In recognition of excellent financial reporting, the Uva Wellassa University was awarded the Gold award under the university category at the “Best Annual Report & Accounts Awards – 2021″ along with the Annual Conference of APFASL organized by the Association of Public Finance Accountants of Sri Lanka (APFASL), the Public Sector Wing of Institute of [...]

The Department of Tourism Studies, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka (UWU) and Sri Lanka Association of Professional Conference, Exhibition and Event Organizers (SLAPCEO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Sri Lanka MICE Expo 2021 held on 1st December to 3rd December 2021 and officially became an academic partner of SLAPCEO.  Both UWU and [...]

The article is enhanced with Augmented Reality. By simply scanning the QR code with your phone or by scanning the Zapper code (After installing the free app to your phone) you can access links which leads to University web page, Faculty web pages, play university anthem and access photo gallery. Daily News - December 9, [...]

Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka is passionate to bring students to potential makers. For that, we are providing so many resources and opportunities exclusively. Under the provision of guidance from the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society UWUSL, A team called Trash for Trade participated in the INSL program and secured 4th place among 1346 [...]

Inter-departmental debate competition was organized by the Centre for Gender Equity and Equality, Uva Wellassa University to familiarize the students with the concepts of Gender Equity and Equality. There were three rounds in the competition and the final round of the competition was held on 8th October 2021 with the participation of Vice-Chancellor as the [...]

Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uva Wellassa University conducted its first-ever Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition on September 15, 2021. Due to the prevailing situation of the country, this was held as an online event and staff members and the undergraduates of the faculty attended the event.  3MT is an academic competition or [...]

Each year on September 27, World Tourism Day is celebrated to raise awareness among the international community on the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political, and economic value. World Tourism Day 2021 is an opportunity to rethink the future of the tourism industry in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic. National Celebration [...]

The Department of Export Agriculture, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture conducted ‘Academic Session 2021’ in the phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, as an online event on August 20, 2021 under the theme of “Science of today is the technology of tomorrow”. This is the second Academic Session consecutively organized by the Department of Export [...]

The awarding ceremony of the Nineth Certificate Course in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) was held at the Board Room of the Senate Building of the University on 27th of July 2021 and the ceremony was graced by Prof. J.L. Ratnasekera, the Vice Chancellor of the Uva Wellassa University, the Deans of Faculties, the Registrar, [...]

Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture of Uva Wellassa University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the New Frontiers (Pvt.) Ltd. on July 15, 2021.  In accordance with a mutual desire to promote agriculture and agriculture related sectors of the country, as specified in the MoU, Uva Wellassa University and New Frontiers (Pvt.) [...]

The 6th Volume of the ANS Newsletter is available now and could be accessed through ANS Newsletter 6th Vol. The current issue is themed on “Overcoming the aftermath of Covid -19 on Animal Husbandry & Related Industries’’. The newsletter is published by the Animal Science Society, Department of Animal Science, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka.

Uva Agriculture Development Forum (UADF) successfully conducted a workshop on “Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)” for the Livestock Development Instructors (LDIs) attached to the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) on March 23 & 24, 2021 at the Uva Wellassa University. This endeavor was made a success with the collaboration of Department of Animal Production [...]

(Centers of excellence in sustainable tourism to boost economic development and enhance university-business cooperation in Southern Asia) Department of Tourism Studies of Uva Wellassa University has won 71,839 EURO worth Erasmus + grant on CESTour project for the Sustainable Tourism Development in the country and the contract was signed by the Prof. J.L. Ratnasekera, the […]

The Uva Wellassa University was awarded the Certificate of Compliance in the "Best Annual Report & Accounts Awards - 2020" organized by the Association of Public Finance Accountants of Sri Lanka (APFASL), the Public Sector Wing of CA Sri Lanka. The awarding ceremony was held on February 22, 2021 at the BMICH. The event was [...]

The Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), to offer a gold medal and a scholarship for the Bachelor of Business Management in Entrepreneurship and Management degree programme. The MoU was signed by SLIM Treasurer/Chairman, Dr. Jayantha Dewasiri and the Vice chancellor [...]

Ms. S.P.N.P. Subasinghe and Mr. R.C. Prasad have won the awards for The Most Creative Narrated Article and The Most Scientific Article respectively at “TRACTATE 2020”,the International Article Writing Competition on “Health Security through Food in the Light of COVID-19” which was organized by the Association of Food Science and Technology, University of Sri Jayawardanapura. [...]

Department of Export Agriculture, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Uva Wellassa University proudly celebrates the launch of the inaugural issue of the magazine, “HARVEST”. The magazine, “HARVEST” will be published biannually in months of June and December. The Department of Export Agriculture initiated this magazine with the aim of improving creativity and written [...]

The Book Launching Ceremony of "අල පැංචයි බටු පැංචයි" by Author Dr. Senani Wijewardana was held at Uva Wellassa University Library on January 11, 2021, at 1.00 p.m. The Vice-Chancellor of UWU graced the event as the Chief Guest. The event was organized by Uva Wellassa University Library.

Ms.S.B.M.H.M.Mahindarathna was awarded as the best poster presenter of the session; Feeding and Nutrition in Aquaculture, 7th International Conference on Fisheries and Aquaculture 2020 which was organized by the International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM) held on 26th- 27th November2020. Ms.S.B.M.H.M.Mahindarathna was a student of Department of Animal Science, Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka. Department [...]

Uva Wellasa University (UWU) contributed towards another noble need to save the planet by planting the Sri Lankan National Trees (Na Tree) in Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya, Badulla.  Rev. Polommaruwe Wachissara Thero inaugurated the occasion together with Professor JL Ratnasekera Vice Chancellor, Mr. MF Hibathul Careem Registrar, Dr. T. Pratheepan Acting Librarian, Mr. Nishantha Nawela [...]

Tree planting program has been organized due to remove trees for constructing of Badulla- Chenkaladi road. District Forest Office, Badulla supported to organize the program and location is Landslide area of the University.  Said area will be developed as Medicinal Park, Fruit Garden and Leisure Park.   Vice Chancellor , District Forest Officer, Dean Faculty [...]

As per the evaluation made by an Expertise Panel recommended by the Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture, Mr. E.C.N. Rathnapala (UWU/ANS/15/038) was selected for receiving a Faculty Award with respect to the Academic Year 2018/2019 representingthe Bachelor of Animal Science Honours degree programme. The evaluation was conducted based on both academic performance and [...]

A tree-planting program was organized by Uva Wellassa University Library to plant trees at Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya. Rev. Polommaruwe Wachissara Thero. graced the occasion The event was held on 03.12.2020 from 10.30 A. M. onwards. This program was coordinated by Dr. K. M. R. K. Kulatunga, Senior Assistant Librarian at Uva Wellassa University.

Ms. Chamodi Wewelwala has won the 3rd place at “THE QUIZIST” online quiz game which was organized by Association of Food Science and Technology, University of Sri Jayawardanapura held on 12th September 2020. Over 50 undergraduates were participated for the 1st round representing many state universities of the country. After 3 successful rounds Ms. Chamodi [...]

Vice Chancellor of UWU handed over an Automated Sanitizer Spray Machine to Rev. Polommaruwe Wachissara Thero of Badulla Muthiyangana Temple. The machine was produced by the Technical Officers of the UWU (UWU Techno Society). Financial contributions were made by the Vice Chancellor, Deputy Registrar/General Administration and staff members of the Library. Date 06.11.2020

Professor Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera has been re-appointed as the Vice Chancellor of the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka by His Excellency, The President of Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Professor Ratnasekera assumed duties as the Vice Chancellor of UWU for next 3 years on his birthday, November 04, 2020. Professional Journey [...]

The team “Aquatic Resources Technology” representing the Aquatic Resources Technology Degree Programme of  Uva wellassa University  won the 2nd place in IOBSL Inter University Biology Challenge 2020 under the theme of “Sustainable solutions to face the challenges of the COVID-l9 crisis and beyond”. The competition was organized by the Institute of Biology Sri Lanka (IOBSL). [...]

The 6th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Uva Agriculture Development Forum (UADF) was held on September 16, 2020 in the presence of its membership. The meeting was commenced at 2.00 p.m. at the Main Lecture Theatre of Uva Wellassa University.  Prof. H.M.S.K. Herath, Dean, Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture briefed the objectives of [...]

A special meeting was held on September 01, 2020 to discuss about the contribution that Faculty of Animal Science and Export Agriculture (FASEA), Uva Wellassa University can make for developing agriculture sector of Uva region. As collaborators, officials of Ministry of Agriculture (Uva) and related institutions visited the University. The discussion was held as an [...]

The Inauguration Ceremony of the first Batch of the Bachelor of Business Management General (External) Degree Programme offered by the Faculty of Management, in collaboration with the Center for Open and Distance Learning of Uva Wellassa University was held on 23rd of August 2020 at the University premises. A total number of hundred and sixty-five [...]

4th International Research Conference of Uva Wellassa University (IRCUWU2020) was held on July 29 and 30, 2020 at the university. UWU had its first Research Symposium in the year 2010 and, within a short period, IRCUWU turned out to be a significant annual event facilitating a large number of national and international researchers, scientists, economists, [...]

“The Fish Talk: වසංගත අභියෝග හමුවේ විසිතුරු මත්ස්‍ය කර්මාන්තය” Webinar "The Fish Talk” the online zoom conference regarding the ornamental fish industry amidst the pandemic situation, has been conducted successfully with the participation of over 200+ interested individuals. Department of Animal Science organize the event with the collaboration of Aqua Club of Aquatic Resources Technology [...]

The awarding ceremony of the Eighth Certificate Course in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) was held at the Senate Board Room of the University on 19th February 2020 and the ceremony was graced by Prof. J.L. Ratnasekera, the Vice Chancellor of the Uva Wellassa University, the Deans of Faculties, the Registrar, the Bursar and the [...]