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GradGuides: The Legacy Series – The Third Episode

On June 15, 2025, the Department of Tourism Studies, in collaboration with the HTE Alumni Association, successfully conducted the third workshop under “GradGuides: The Legacy Series”, providing valuable industry exposure to undergraduate students. This insightful webinar was delivered by Ms. Jithmi De Silva, Assistant Reservations Manager at Courtyard by Marriott, who engaged with the 1st …

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GradGuides: The Legacy Series – The Second Episode

On June 12, 2025, the Department of Tourism Studies in collaboration with the HTE Alumni Association, hosted the second workshop under “GradGuides: The Legacy Series” at the Library Auditorium, Uva Wellassa University. This workshop was conducted by Mr. Hasitha Withanage, Senior Executive – Human Resource at Radisson Collection Resort – Galle, and he shared insights on his professional journey as well as …

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GradGuides: The Legacy Series – The First Episode

On May 27, 2025, the Department of Tourism Studies in collaboration with the HTE Alumni Association, hosted the first insightful and inspiring workshop under “GradGuides: The Legacy Series” at the Technology Lecture Theatre, Uva Wellassa University. This special event featured Mr. Oshadha Bamunuarachchi, an HTE alumni member who is now working at MSC Cruises, and he shared …

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Congratulations to Team “Ayu”: An Ayurvedic Medical Village Project Proposal Wins at SLMTC 2025

The team “Ayu-Ayurvedhic Medical Village” emerged as the second runners-up at the Tourism Innovation Proposal Competition (Team Category) in the inaugural Sri Lanka MICE Tourism Conclave 2025. The awarding ceremony was held on 24th May 2025 in parallel to the Sancharaka Udawa 2025 exhibition, and Hon. Deputy Minister in Tourism, Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe, graced the event …

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“Turn Your Passion for Travel into a Thriving Career: UWU Highlights at Sancharaka Udawa 2025”

The Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management, Uva Wellassa University in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism – Uva Province, actively participated in Sancharaka Udawa 2025, a premier travel and tourism exhibition organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO). This exhibition was held on 23rd and 24th May 2025 at …

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The 8th Annual General Meeting of the UWU Tourism Club – 2025/2026

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the UWU Tourism Club (HTE Club) was successfully held on 28th April 2025 from 4:30 p.m. onwards at the Technology Lecture Theatre, with the presence of the Dean – Faculty of Management, Head – Department of Tourism Studies, all the academic staff members of the department, and HTE undergraduates. …

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DTS Participates at the Pekoe Trail’s first-ever Members’ Evening

The first-ever members’ evening of the Pekoe Trail Organization was held on 3rd April 2025 at Monsoon Colombo. This was an exclusive evening to celebrate the founding Members of The Pekoe Trail that brought together key supporters, partners, and trail enthusiasts who have played a vital role in shaping the journey of The Pekoe Trail. Mr. Dhananjaya …

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Soba Ruu 2025 – Inspiring Young Minds for a Greener Future

Soba Ruu 2025, held on January 29th at B/Sirisumana Maha Vidyalaya, Badulla, was an impactful environmental initiative organized by first-year undergraduates of the Department of Tourism Studies, Uva Wellassa University. The event featured tree planting and engaging workshops for primary students, conducted creatively through group activities, drawing, and painting. Gifts were awarded to students who illustrated the theme "Protect …

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Galena 2025: Relish the Royal Taste

Galena 2025; the annual signature event organized by the third-year undergraduates of the Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management Degree Programme offered by the Department of Tourism Studies, Faculty of Management of Uva Wellassa University was successfully held on 15th January 2025 at the university premises. The event, launched in 2015, was designed to provide students with practical …

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