Leadership is more than holding a position or giving directions. It is about inspiring others, making responsible decisions, embracing challenges, and creating a positive impact through collaboration, innovation, and purpose. 💡 Join us for INSPIRE Webinar 30 : 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 , an insightful session designed to explore the connection between leadership and…
We are excited to share INSPIRE Webinar 26, organized by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna. This session will feature two inspiring engineering leaders: 👷♂️ Eng. Sanjaya Bentotage – CEO at Xeynergy™ ⚓ Eng. Lewin Dearborn Marine Chief Engineer, MBA UoW, UK – CEO at Declan Ship Repair (PVT) Ltd.…
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies successfully conducted the 25th session of the INSPIRE Webinar Series titled “Engineering Your Own Path to Become an Entrepreneur” on 9th May 2026 via Zoom from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM. The session provided students with valuable insights into the real world journey of becoming successful entrepreneurial engineers. The discussion…
Are you ready to take control of your future as an engineer? The entrepreneurial path is never direct, but with the correct mindset, and with proper direction, it can be engineered for success. Join us for an insightful webinar organized by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Ruhuna. with the presence of two industrial…
A big thank you to all our students, staff, alumni, and partners who have been part of this journey with the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna.🌟 We are truly grateful for your continuous engagement for the growth of this community and look forward to sharing more updates, achievements, and opportunities…
Join us for an insightful and engaging session featuring accomplished professionals Eng. Laksith Sirisena, Eng. Pramodya Senanayake, and Eng. Tharindu Hasantha, as they share real-world experiences, practical guidance, and strategies for navigating career growth beyond university life. This webinar is organized by the INSPIRE Initiative of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, with the…
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies successfully conducted the 23rd session of the INSPIRE Webinar Series, titled “Rise Beyond Limits,” on 10th January 2026 via Zoom from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM. The session encouraged engineering undergraduates to reflect on their personal and professional journeys, understand the realities of the corporate world, and develop the mindset…
Ready to look beyond your own limits and see what’s possible? 🌱 Join us for an inspiring session with two industry leaders who will share their experiences, lessons, and perspectives on growth and success. 🏆🎯 📅 10th January 2026 🕖 7.00 PM – 8.30 PM (IST) 💻 Via Zoom …
We are excited to introduce the INSPIRE Crew 2025/2026, a dedicated and creative team stepping forward to lead this year’s initiatives with passion and purpose. With fresh perspectives and a strong commitment to excellence, this new crew is ready to elevate our projects, inspire meaningful conversations, and create greater value for our community 🌟🚀. Moderators:…
As we wrap up this year’s INSPIRE journey and look ahead to new beginnings, we want to pause and appreciate our incredible INSPIRE Crew 2024/2025 for everything they brought to the series. ✨ Each member played a vital role in creating a meaningful experience for the engineering undergraduates of the Faculty of Engineering, University of…
Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna extend heartfelt gratitude to Eng. Dr. Tharindu Atapattu (CEO – Global Rubber Industries Pvt Ltd) and Eng. (Ms.) Dilmini Weragama (Group CEO – Rockland Distilleries (Pvt) Ltd) for generously sharing your time, experiences, and wisdom at the “Engineer to CEO: Real Stories, Real Success” Webinar…
Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to rise from an engineering classroom to the executive boardroom? Here’s your chance to find out! Join the 22nd INSPIRE Webinar, where two remarkable CEOs share their real-life journeys — the challenges, the turning points, and the leadership lessons that shaped their success. Date: 01 November 2025 Time: 7:00 PM-8.30PM…
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, extends its sincere appreciation to our distinguished speakers of INSPIRE Webinar No. 21 – Engineering Your Voice: How to Communicate with Confidence. Eng. Zameen M. Saleem – Certified World Class Speaking Coach Ms. Roquita Johnson – Certified World Class Speaking Coach Eng. Niranjan De…
Join the 21st INSPIRE Webinar – Engineering Your Voice: How to Communicate with Confidence ✨ Perfect for undergraduates and young engineers who want to: ✅ Beat stage fear ✅ Speak with clarity and impact ✅ Shine in interviews, presentations, and leadership roles 🗓️ 27 Sept 2025 | ⏰ 7:00–8:30 PM (IST) | 💻 Zoom 🎤…
The twentieth (20th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, organized by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, was successfully held via Zoom 23rd August 2025 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with active participation of undergraduates of faculty. The webinar, titled “First Class Stories: Lessons from Top Engineering Graduates,” featured…
Ever wondered what it truly takes to graduate at the top of your engineering class? Join us for “First Class Stories: The Lessons from Top Engineering Graduates,” where outstanding achievers reveal their journeys—the challenges they conquered, the strategies that worked, and the habits that shaped their success.Whether you are aiming for academic excellence, career breakthroughs, or…
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Preeti Pranav Jain (PCC – ICF), ICF-PCC Life & Performance Coach, NLP Master Practitioner, and Emotional Mastery Trainer, for leading a deeply insightful and empowering webinar on “Feeling Stressed; Let’s Talk About It.” In a world where stress is often silent and overwhelming, Ms. Jain reminded us of the…
An online conversation on stress management for engineering undergraduates. Academic pressure. Tight deadlines. Fear of failure. Sound familiar? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. Join us for an interactive online webinar designed to help you understand and manage stress more effectively. This isn’t just another lecture — it’s…
The eighteenth (18th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on the topic “From Engineer to Leader: Build, Lead and Inspire” was successfully held via Zoom on 26th April 2025 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with active participation of undergraduates of faculty. The resource…
🚀Gain powerful insights from renowned expert Dr. (Mrs.) Elizabeth Ruiz PhD MBA, DTM, Leadership Psychology Scholar & Practitioner and District Director of District 56 Toastmasters International (USA). 🎯Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to gain inspiration from a successful leadership coach. 🗓️Date : 26th April 2025 (Saturday) 🕖Time : 7.00 PM-8.30 PM (IST) 💻Platform:…
The seventeenth (17th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on the topic “The legacy forward,” was successfully held via Zoom on 15th March 2025 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty and alumni of the faculty.…
17th INSPIRE Session (Special Edition) ✨ The Legacy Forward : Celebrating 25th Anniversary of the Faculty✨ ♦️Gain insights from esteemed faculty members, who are witnesses of the transformation of our faculty This session will unveil the the visionaries, pivotal moments, and transformative milestones that shaped our academic legacy. Join us to connect with the legacy…
The sixteenth (16th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on the topic “The Bigger the Dream, the Better the Story,” was successfully held via Zoom on 11th January 2025 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty.…
Have you ever wondered how your dreams can become reality ? 🤔 ✨It’s time to know the secrets from a true dream achiever. Eng. (Ms). Kavini Nimathara, Lead Program Integrator at Jaguar Land Rover, UK is here to share her insights. 🤩 🎯Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to gain inspiration from a successful…
The 15th session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, organized by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, was successfully held on December 7, 2024, via Zoom. The session, titled “Your Only Limit is You,” aimed to guide engineering undergraduates and took place from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, with active participation from faculty undergraduates. The resource person…
Are you ready to shatter your limitations ? Join us for a transformative webinar ,” Your Limit is You ” 📎Discover your true strength with Eng.Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya , Chairman of Ceylon Electricity Board 🎓Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a Sri Lanka’s leading expert in engineering🎓 🗓️Date : 07th December 2024 (Saturday) 🕖Time…
The fourteenth (14th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on the topic “Your Potential is Limitless,” was successfully held via Zoom on 19th October 2024 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The resource person, Eng.…
💪*Your Potential is Limitless *💪 Spot your inner greatness at the 14th INSPIRE session , Empower yourself with Eng. Dr.Indira Samarasekara, 🎓Don’t miss out 🗓️Date : 19th October 2024 🕖Time : 7.00 P.M. 💻Platform : Zoom 📌 Discover how to boost your self confidence with your limitless possibilities 📌Learn how to leverage your potential…
The Thirteenth (13th) Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on the topic “Do you like to be a CEO”, was successfully held via Zoom on 29th August 2024 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The…
———-THE WAIT IS OVER———- Unlock Your Inner *CEO!* Join us for an exclusive webinar: “Speak like a CEO, Think like a CEO, Act like a CEO, Lead like a CEO” 🗓 Date: 29th August 2024 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Platform: Zoom Why Attend?🤔 🔖Gain unparalleled insights from an industry leader…
The Eighth Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “Be Your True Champion” was successfully held via Zoom on 11th November 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The resource person, Eng. Daya Hettiarachchi is…
” There is no such thing as FAILURES……There is only Learning, growth and SUCCESS. Failure only becomes part of one’s story, if they QUIT” Tired of making things happen? You feel like a failure because you’ve used all of your resources trying to make things work and because they haven’t. Are you sick of…
The Seventh Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “Be a Better You”, was successfully held via Zoom on 16th July 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.15 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The resource person, Eng. (Mrs). Sakunthala Goonetillake…
“The only Person You Should Try to be Better Than….., is the Person You were Yesterday” …
The Sixth Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “How to Become Rich”, was successfully held via Zoom on 29th July 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.45 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The resource person, Eng. Dr.Leelanath Daluwatte…
“If you keep dreaming of getting rich without working hard, you will definitely get rich but only in your dreams. So work hard and dream creatively” Join an interactive discussion session specially organized for engineering undergraduates with a leading professional engineer in Sri Lanka to unravel the secrets of becoming rich. Save the date &…
The fifth Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “Groom Yourself to Become a Better Public Speaker – 2”, was successfully held via Zoom on 20th May 2023 from 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty.…
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Engineering invites applications for the post of Temporary Instructors to the Computer Center from suitably qualified candidates. Required Qualifications: • B.Sc. Eng. Degree in Electrical and Information Engineering/ Computer Engineering or • B.Sc. (Special) Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or • B.Sc. (General) Degree with Computer…
Public speaking has become an essential skill that every professional should consist with. For professionals like engineers, it is a must. However, engineers/engineering undergraduates have neglected that requirement for various reasons. No one can master the art of public speaking in one or two days. It needs continuous commitment and practice. Public speaking is not…
The fourth Session of the “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “Groom Yourself to Become a Better Public Speaker – I”, was successfully held via Zoom on 29th April 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.45 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The…
Public speaking has become an essential skill that every professional should consist with. A great communicator can climb the career ladder easily when compared with others. It is a well-known fact that Professional engineers should have public speaking skills for professional success. However, the majority of engineering students/engineers neglect this requirement as they focus much…
Third Session of “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to guide engineering undergraduates on “How to be the Best Version Yourself” was successfully held via Zoom on 25th March 2023 from 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. Third Session of “INSPIRE” Webinar Series,…
Want to be the Best Version of Yourself?. This is the right time to learn the art of how to be the best version of yourself from the expert in the field. Eng. Dr. Ranil Sugathadasa will guide you for this on 25th March 2023 from 7.00PM to 8.00PM via Zoom. Engineering has become a…
Second Session of “INSPIRE” Webinar Series, which the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies organized to unravel the success story of the Eng. Dr. (Mrs). Thesara Jayawardane was successfully held via Zoom on 04 th February 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. Second Session of “INSPIRE” Webinar…
Eng. Dr. Thesara Jayawardane is a professionally qualified Engineer, Attorney at Law, Senior Lecturer, Research Scholar, Author, Chartered Marketer, Chartered Manager, Award Winning Actress, and TV Presenter in Sri Lanka. Her dedicated and extra-ordinary professional journey is a powerful lesson for us. Let’s have a success story conversation with Dr. Thesara Jayawardane on 04th February…
The first Session of “INSPIRE” Webinar Series which was organized by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies on the topic “Balancing Your University Life” was successfully held via Zoom on 7th January 2023 from 7.00 PM to 8.30 PM with the active participation of undergraduates of the faculty. The resource person was Eng. Dr. Sumudu Herath…
Dr. Sumudu Herath is currently working as a Lecturer attached to the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Moratuwa. He completed his BSc. Eng. Hons degree in 2016 with a GPA of 4.12/4.20 while engaging in numerous extra-curricular activities that led him to win several prestigious awards. Then he completed his PhD at…
“INSPIRE” is an initiative by the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies to bring a series of guest lectures and online interviews with leading professionals in Sri Lanka aiming to develop the awareness of engineering undergraduates on professional success. Engineering undergraduates should develop their non-technical skills and knowledge essential to become a successful professional in the society,…
