COLOMBO (NewsRadio); President Ranil Wickremesinghe has reiterated the government’s willingness to assist the University of Colombo in its development, contingent on the university’s presentation of a 10-year development plan that aligns with the changing times.
President Wickremesinghe made this while acknowledging the global shift towards a knowledge revolution propelled by technological advancements such as artificial intelligence.
The Head of State addressing the meeting of the 2023 Alumni group of the Colombo University held in also acknowledged the need for innovation in the entire university system and urged the Colombo University Alumni Association to seek immediate solutions to the challenges facing the education sector.
President Wickremesinghe further requested the Colombo University graduates to commit themselves to the preparation of a 10-year development plan as soon as possible, warning that the University of Colombo would miss out on opportunities to contribute to this special process if they fail to rise to the challenge.
The meeting also coincided with the 40th anniversary of the University of Colombo Alumni Association, where a pinnacle awards ceremony was held.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe received the first award, which recognizes former scholars who have made unique contributions to the country, society, and the university.
Venerable Dimbulkumbure Vimaladhamma Thera, Member of Parliament Professor G.L. Peiris, Prof. Deshmanya J.B. Dissanayake, Tilak Karunaratne, and 11 others also received the award.
The event was attended by Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe, Colombo University Vice Chancellor Prof. H.D. Karunaratne, President of the Alumni Association Mr. J.M.S. Bandara, and many others.
