EXAMINATION – NOTIFICATIONS

October 14, 2026

Notice – Issuance of Statements and Transcripts for Graduates of the 41st Convocation

41st Convocation graduates of the Faculty of Applied Science and the Faculty of Business Studies can collect their statements and transcripts from the Examination Branch, University of Vavuniya, from 14 […]

Research Grant Outcomes

Occurrence of Acid Fly (Paederus sp.) (Coleoptera: Staphylinidae: Paederinae) in Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: A Case Study at the University Hostel Premises and Its Surroundings

Recurrent skin dermatitis cases among students residing at the hostel in University of Vavuniya were suspected to be caused by acid flies (Paederus spp.).

Towards the Gamification of Training : Investigating Hotel Employees Perceptions of Game Elements

his research project, titled “Towards the Gamification of Training: Investigating Hotel Employees’ Perceptions of Game Elements,”

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$Performance Auditing in Sri Lanka\'s Public Sector$

Performance Auditing in Sri Lanka\'s Public Sector

The landscape of performance auditing in Sri Lanka is evolving rapidly within the public sector. Explore this research to learn how focusing on the 3Es enhances government accountability and transparency.

Team Building and Leadership Development Programme for First-Year Technological Studies Students

November 13, 2026

The Physical Education Unit of the University of Vavuniya successfully conducted a Team Building and Leadership Development Programme for first-year students of the Faculty of Technological Studies on 5th of November 2026, from 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., at the University of Vavuniya Playground.

The primary objective of this programme was to develop leadership qualities, teamwork, cooperation, communication skills, mutual understanding and team spirit among the newly enrolled first-year students.

A total of 91 students participated in the programme. The organizers divided them into ten groups, from Group 01 to Group 10. The programme featured ten challenging and entertaining team-building activities. These activities encouraged active participation, coordination, strategic thinking and collective problem-solving.

Team-Building Activities

The programme included the following activities:

Armpit Relay
Ball Drop Challenge
Water Pressure Ball Blow
Blindfold Pipe Challenge
Build the Castle
Circle Dodge Hit
Rope Ring Ball
Team Board Walk
Number Touch Relay

The Physical Education Unit staff, two Marshals (Male and Female), Curator, Cameraman, General Administration Works Aide, English Department Works Aide, Elle Coach, and two Demonstrators from the Faculty of Technological Studies supported and coordinated the programme. They served as officials throughout the event.

All participating teams engaged enthusiastically in the activities and demonstrated excellent teamwork, cooperation, leadership and sportsmanship. Moreover, the activities gave first-year students an enjoyable and interactive environment to build friendships, strengthen relationships and develop a sense of unity.

Awards and Winners

The programme concluded with an awarding ceremony. The Chairman of the Sports Advisory Board, Mr. Vinoharan, recognised the following teams based on their overall performance across all ten activities:

Champions: Group No. 04
First Runners-up: Group No. 07
Second Runners-up: Group No. 09

Overall, the programme gave first-year students a successful and memorable experience, with valuable opportunities to develop essential leadership and interpersonal skills beyond the classroom. The Physical Education Unit extends its sincere appreciation to all officials, staff members, demonstrators and participants who contributed to the successful completion of this programme.