G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani, Author at Department of Tourism Studies

Celebrating Achievement: Department of Tourism Studies of Uva Wellassa University Named Best in Tourism Education at Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024

The Sri Lanka Tourism Awards, a hallmark of excellence in the travel and tourism industry, returned in 2024 to honour outstanding achievements of individuals and groups. Among the distinguished honorees, the Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University was awarded the “Best University Hospitality and Tourism Program” under the Tourism Education and …

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Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Partners with Uva Wellassa University to Promote MICE Tourism and Develop Future Professionalsls

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), in collaboration with Uva Wellassa University, successfully organized an interactive educational session aimed at promoting Sri Lanka as a prime destination for international, regional, and domestic conferences, meetings, exhibitions, and incentive travel. The event which was held on 17 December at Uva Wellassa University, saw the enthusiastic participation of …

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Unity in Diversity: Uva Wellassa University Marks a Vibrant Holy Festival

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The “HTE Colours 2024,” organized by the Department of Tourism Studies at the Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University, took place on December 10, 2024. The vibrant event was graced by the Chief Guest, Vice Chancellor Senior Prof. Kolitha B. Wijesekara, and featured an exciting lineup of dance performances, food stalls offering a variety of …

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Ms. Chathuri Danthanarayana Assumes Duties as the Head/Department of Tourism Studies

News / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

Ms. Chathuri Danthanarayana was appointed as the Acting Head of the Department of Tourism Studies with effect from 05th December 2024.

World Tourism Day Celebration – 2024

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The ceremonial event of the World Tourism Day Celebrations 2024 organized by the final year undergraduates of the Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management degree programme of the Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management of Uva Wellassa University in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism – Uva Province was held on 28th October 2024 at …

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Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of Rooms Division Management Training Centre

News / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The foundation stone laying ceremony for the Rooms Division Management Training Centre for Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management undergraduates was held on 18th October 2024. Vice Chancellor, Senior. Prof. Kolitha B. Wijesekara graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Deans of the Faculties, academic and administrative staff members, and undergraduates participated in this event.

Inauguration Ceremony of Diploma in Professional Business Coaching

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The Department of Tourism Studies in collaboration with the Centre for Open and Distance Learning (CODL), Uva Wellassa University launched the Diploma in Professional Business Coaching. The inauguration ceremony was held on 08th September 2024 at the Technology Lecture Theatre and Senior Prof. Kolitha B. Wijesekara, Vice Chancellor of Uva Wellassa University graced the occasion …

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Royal Divine VIP Lunch 2024

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The “Royal Divine” VIP Lunch Event, held on September 7, 2024, was a remarkable celebration organized by second-year undergraduates of the Hospitality, Tourism, and Events Management degree program at Uva Wellassa University. Featuring an elegant “Black and White Gala” theme and the slogan “Taste the Art of Fine Dining,” the event welcomed 45 esteemed guests, …

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150th Faculty Board Celebrations of Faculty of Management

News / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The Faculty of Management of Uva Wellassa University marked its 150th Faculty Board on 07th August 2024. This occassion was marked by a commemorative photo with the faculty members and a friendly cricket match.

Annual General Meeting of UWU Tourism Club – 2024

News, Student Life / By G.H.V. G.H.V. Harshani

The AGM of UWU Tourism Club for the year 2024/2025 was held on 02nd August 2024 at the Technology Lecture Theatre with the participation of HTE undergraduates and the DTS staff members.