The Faculty of Medicine and Allied Sciences (FMAS), Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, successfully conducted the Inauguration Ceremony for the New Batch of Students for the Academic Year 2025/2026, together with the Dean’s Awards Ceremony, on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at the Auditorium of the Pre-Clinical Building, FMAS.
The ceremony was held to formally welcome the new batch of students to the Faculty and to recognise the academic achievements of outstanding students through the presentation of the Dean’s Awards.
The event was graced by Emeritus Professor S. A. M. Kularatne of the University of Peradeniya as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was also attended by Professor P. M. B. Jayathilake, Vice Chancellor of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Dr. P. H. G. Janaka Pushpakumara, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Allied Sciences, the Registrar, Deans of other Faculties, the Librarian, Head of the English Language Teaching Unit, Heads of Departments, Professors, academic staff, external Faculty Board members, alumni, academic support and administrative staff, non-academic staff, students, and parents.
The programme commenced with the arrival of the Chief Guest and the academic procession, followed by the traditional lighting of the oil lamp and the singing of the National Anthem and University Anthem. The Welcome Address was delivered by the Dean, Dr. P. H. G. Janaka Pushpakumara, followed by an address by the Vice Chancellor, Professor P. M. B. Jayathilake.
The Chief Guest, Emeritus Professor S. A. M. Kularatne, delivered an inspiring and insightful address to the new students. His valuable guidance and reflections provided encouragement to the students as they embark on their academic and professional journey in medicine.
A key highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the Dean’s Awards, recognising students for their outstanding academic achievements. The Faculty extends its sincere congratulations to all the award recipients and acknowledges the encouragement and support extended by their parents.
The programme also featured an Alumni Address, with contributions from distinguished alumni Dr. Asela Amarasena and Prof. Janith Warnasekara. Their experiences, reflections, and words of encouragement added significant value to the programme and provided inspiration to the new students.
The President of the Medical Students’ Union, also addressed the gathering and welcomed the new students to the Faculty community.
The Faculty expresses its sincere appreciation to the Chief Guest, Vice Chancellor, Dean, Registrar, Deans of other Faculties, distinguished guests, alumni, academic staff, and all other participants for their presence and valuable support in making the occasion a memorable one.
The successful completion of the Inauguration Ceremony and Dean’s Awards Ceremony reflected the collective effort, cooperation, and commitment of the entire FMAS community.
The Faculty of Medicine and Allied Sciences warmly welcomes the new students and wishes them every success in their academic journey and future professional careers.
