Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine, Sri Lanka

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10/08/2026

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10/08/2026

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Celebrating Exceptional Leadership in Action.

We are delighted to announce the Nominees for the G17 Sri Lanka 2025/26 National Awards – Most Outstanding University Coordinator of the Year.

✨ Rasandi Vithanage – Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
✨ Nuzaifah Nazeer – National Institute of Social Development
✨ Thathsarani Thebuwana – Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine

These remarkable coordinators have demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment in empowering young changemakers and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals within their respective universities.

The winner will be officially announced at the National SDGs & Youth Leadership Summit 2026.🏆

📅 15 August 2026
📍 Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute

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10/08/2026

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Excellence. Leadership. Impact.🏆

We are proud to unveil the Nominees for the G17 Sri Lanka 2025/26 National Awards – Most Outstanding University of the Year.

🎓 Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine
🎓 Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
🎓 National Institute of Social Development

The winner will be officially announced at the National SDGs & Youth Leadership Summit 2026.🏅

📅 15 August 2026
📍 Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute

Join us as we celebrate the universities shaping a more sustainable future through youth-led action.

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07/08/2026

O6th Geriatric Clinic– Mirigama Seth Sewana Government Elders’ Home

The Geriatric Clinic conducted at the Mirigama Seth Sewana Government Elders’ Home on 24th July 2026 was successfully completed. The programme achieved its planned academic and community health objectives while being carried out efficiently through the active participation of academic staff and clinical students.

01/08/2026

📢 Call for Papers – Sri Lanka Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (SLJIKS)

The Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine (GWUIM) proudly announces the launch of the Sri Lanka Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (SLJIKS) and invites researchers, academics, professionals, and scholars to submit original manuscripts for its inaugural issue.

SLJIKS is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing research on Indigenous Knowledge Systems and fostering dialogue between traditional wisdom and contemporary scholarship. The journal welcomes submissions from diverse disciplines with special reference to Indigenous Knowledge Systems.

📅 Submission Period: 1st -15th August 2026
Submission Guidelines: Please follow the drive link on the flyer to access the Author Guidelines and manuscript submission requirements.

📧 Submit your manuscript to: [email protected]

We sincerely acknowledge the commitment and dedication of all those who contributed to establishing this important scholarly platform and look forward to receiving your valuable research contributions.

Together, let us strengthen and promote Indigenous Knowledge Systems through quality research and academic excellence.

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28/07/2026

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24/07/2026

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24/07/2026

University Staff Carrom Tournament 2026.

The Physical Education Unit of the Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine successfully organized the University Staff Carrom Tournament 2026 for the third consecutive year on 08th July 2026 at the Student Center.

The tournament brought together a large number of enthusiastic academic and non-academic staff members, fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, and friendly competition within the University community. With its continued success, this tournament is set to become a valued annual tradition.

Final Results

Women's Open Event
🥇 Champion – Mrs. R.A.L. Lakmini Rupasinghe (In-Charge – Physical Education Unit)
🥈 Runner-up – Dr. R.M.S. Lanka Ranaweera (Visiting Lecturer – Department of Basic Principles)

Men's Open Event
🥇 Champion – Mr. D.K.H.A. Senevirathna (Lab Attendant – Central Lab)
🥈 Runner-up – Mr. L.K.S. Chathuranga (Work Aid – General Administration)

Congratulations to all the winners on their outstanding performances, and our sincere appreciation goes to every participant for making this event a memorable success.

17/07/2026

📚 Curriculum Revision Committee Consultation Meetings Successfully Conducted

The Department of Indigenous Medical Resources, Faculty of Indigenous Health Sciences and Technology (FIHST), Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine (GWUIM), successfully conducted two Curriculum Revision Committee Consultation Meetings on 17 May 2026 and 12 June 2026 at the Vice Chancellor's Mini Board Room and the Imbulgoda Premises to review and enhance the curricula of the BHSc (Hons) in Indigenous Pharmaceutical Technology and BSc (Hons) in Indigenous Medicinal Resources degree programmes.

The consultation meetings were guided by Dr. Jithya Wijesinghe, Dean, Faculty of Indigenous Health Sciences and Technology, under the leadership of Dr. Ruwan Perera, Head of the Department of Indigenous Medical Resources, with the active participation of the department's academic staff, undergraduate students, and an esteemed panel of experts.

The expert panel provided valuable recommendations and constructive feedback to further strengthen the curricula, ensuring that the degree programmes remain aligned with contemporary academic standards, industry expectations, and the evolving needs of the indigenous health sector.

The Department sincerely appreciates the valuable contributions of all committee members, experts, academic staff, and students whose participation contributed to the success of these consultation meetings.

Together, we remain committed to fostering academic excellence through continuous curriculum enhancement and quality assurance.