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.

Tree Plantation Program at the Garden Village Hostel Premises

March 23, 2026

The Landscape Division of the University of Vavuniya successfully organized a Tree Plantation and Donation Program on Friday, 20th March 2026 at the Garden Village Hostel premises (New Hostel Area – Military Battalion Training Camp), in commemoration of International Forest Day. The event commenced at 8:30 a.m. with the active participation of university staff, students, and the staff of the Range Forest Office, Vavuniya. This program was conducted in collaboration with the Range Forest Office, Vavuniya, which generously donated saplings for the initiative. As part of this environmental conservation effort, valuable tree species such as Pongamia pinnata (Pongam Oil Tree / Magul Karanda) and Phyllanthus emblica (Indian Gooseberry / Nelli) were planted within the university premises. The event aimed to promote environmental awareness, enhance green cover, and encourage sustainable practices among the university community.