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Magical Nightfall 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2018Magical Nightfall 2025\u2019, a virtual English Night, was organized by the Department of English Language Teaching for the 2023\/2024 batch of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. The event was held on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, and showcased the creativity of the students while promoting confidence and excellence in English communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme featured a variety of performances and presentations that reflected the linguistic abilities and artistic talents of the participants. Students actively engaged in the event, demonstrating their skills in a dynamic and interactive virtual setting. The event provided a platform for students to express themselves in English, thereby enhancing their fluency, confidence, and overall communication skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, \u2018Magical Nightfall 2025\u2019 created an encouraging and supportive environment that fostered peer learning and collaboration. The successful organization of the event highlighted the department\u2019s continued commitment to promoting innovative and student-centred learning experiences. Overall, the event was a meaningful and enriching experience for all participants, contributing positively to their academic and personal development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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INSPIRA\u201925<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

INSPIRA\u201925, a Virtual Talent Show and Website Launch, was held on 7 October 2025 and was organized and presented by the 2023\/2024 batch of undergraduates of the Faculty of Applied Sciences. Conducted under the theme \u201cBorn to Perform, Inspired to Shine,\u201d<\/em> the programme aimed to provide a dynamic platform for students to showcase their English language abilities while fostering creativity and encouraging digital engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event featured a diverse range of performances and presentations that highlighted the talents and communication skills of the participants. Students actively contributed to the success of the programme by engaging in various segments that required both linguistic competence and creative expression. The virtual format further enabled the integration of digital tools, enhancing the overall quality and reach of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, INSPIRA\u201925 served as an opportunity for students to build confidence and develop their presentation skills in an interactive and supportive environment. The event also reflected the growing emphasis on incorporating technology into language learning. Overall, the programme was a successful and enriching experience, demonstrating the students\u2019 ability to combine language proficiency with creativity and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Imperium 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cImperium 2025,\u201d the English Night, is the annual flagship event organized by the Department of English Language Teaching, designed to showcase and nurture the linguistic, creative, and performative talents of first-year students of the Faculty of Agriculture following the successful completion of the Intensive English Programme. The event was held on 2 September 2025 for the 2023\/2024 batch, celebrating students\u2019 confidence, creativity, and proficiency in English through a diverse range of performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme featured a variety of items that reflected the students\u2019 language competence and artistic abilities, providing them with an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in a structured and supportive environment. Participants engaged enthusiastically in the event, presenting performances that highlighted both their creativity and their command of English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, \u201cImperium 2025\u201d served as an important platform for fostering self-confidence and encouraging active use of the English language beyond the classroom. The successful execution of the event underscored the department\u2019s commitment to promoting student-centred learning and holistic development. Overall, the event was a meaningful and enriching experience, contributing significantly to the personal and academic growth of the participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Staff Training – 18.12.2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A staff training workshop was conducted on 18 December 2024 at the English Language Laboratory, with the participation of both senior and junior members of the department. The workshop served as a valuable platform for professional development, enabling participants to enhance their knowledge, share experiences, and engage in meaningful academic discussions within a collaborative environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme was facilitated by resource persons from within the department, namely Dr. R. M. Dhanapala and Mr. H. P. K. Pathirana, whose expertise and experience contributed significantly to the effectiveness of the training. The sessions encouraged active participation and provided opportunities for staff members to reflect on their current practices and explore strategies for further improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Night of Muses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Night of Muses,\u201d the English Night for the 2022\/2023 batch of students, was held on 11 November 2024 and proved to be a memorable occasion for all who attended. The event featured a series of virtual performances that highlighted the creativity and linguistic abilities of the students, while contributing to the enhancement of their English language skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme provided an engaging platform for participants to demonstrate their talents in a dynamic and interactive setting. Students actively took part in various performances, showcasing their confidence, fluency, and creativity in the use of English. The virtual format further enabled broader participation and effective use of digital tools, enriching the overall experience of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, \u201cThe Night of Muses\u201d was a successful and rewarding initiative that not only celebrated student talent but also supported the development of their communication skills in an encouraging and supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inaugural Session of the English Club \u2013 Faculty of Applied Sciences (2024)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The inaugural session of the English Club of the Faculty of Applied Sciences was held on 01 April 2024 at the faculty auditorium, with the participation of several distinguished guests and members of the academic community. The event was graced by the Dean of the Faculty, Dr. Manoj Fernando; the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching, Mr. D. A. Wehella; and the invited speaker, Dr. Dilani Hettiarachchi, President of the Rajarata University Toastmasters Club. Also in attendance were the ELT Coordinator for the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Mr. M. D. S. Shantha Kumara, academic staff members of both the Department of English Language Teaching and the Faculty of Applied Sciences, as well as second-year students of the faculty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The session featured several motivational speeches and programme items, which contributed to creating an engaging and inspiring atmosphere. The event served as a meaningful platform to encourage student participation and promote the development of English language skills within the faculty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Staff Training    – 18.10.2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A workshop was conducted on 18th<\/sup> November 2023 at the English Language Laboratory to get feedback regarding the performance of the students with regard to their grammatical competence which turned out into a fruitful discussion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workshop for BA TESL Curriculum Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Department of English Language Teaching organized a Workshop on 21, June 2023 via Zoom to discuss the amended BA TESL (Hons) Degree Curriculum for the academic staff of the Department of English Language Teaching. The workshop was conducted by <\/em>Prof. Gamini Fonseka, Department of English and Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Ruhuna. The workshop was a great success for both the senior and junior members of the Department of English Language Teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Research Stay at DELT-RUSL on Epicentres in World Englishes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ms. Nina Funke from Justus Liebig University (JLU) of Giessen, Germany, who is from the research project on \u201cEpicentres in World Englishes\u201d led by Prof. Stefan Th. Gries and Dr. Tobias Bernaisch, stayed at the Department of English Language Teaching-Rajarata University of Sri Lanka from 2nd<\/sup> may 2023 to 12th<\/sup> May 2023 for research into Sri Lankan English and for a sociolinguistic survey. During her stay she conducted a workshop on \u2018Corpus Linguistics and World Englishes\u201d on 11th<\/sup> May 2022, which was delivered both on site and online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UTEL Pilot Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The UTEL Pilot Test consisting of four components: LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING and WRITING, was held under the supervision of the Head, Department of English Language Teaching, the University UTEL Coordinator, Mr. HPK Pathirana, and the Faculty UTEL Coordinator, Ms. RMLC Kumari, for the students who were selected from the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities. The Reading and Listening Test was held on January 30th<\/sup>, 2023 at the main IT Centre, Mihintale through LMS, and the UTEL Speaking Test was held on 2nd<\/sup> February, 2023 and both internal and external examiners were involved in conducting the Speaking Test. The UTEL Writing Test took place on 3rd<\/sup> February, 2023 at the Amaradewa Auditorium. The students showed great enthusiasm in attending the three tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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English Night \u201cThe Night of the Venus\u201d – 2022<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The students of the academic year 2019\/ 2020 organized an English Night \u2018The Night of Venus\u2019 on 28th<\/sup> 0f February 2022 on virtual platform which was well attended by Deans, Heads of Departments Senior and Junior members of the academic staff and the students. The event showcased performances of students related to English Language skills.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workshop on \u2018Testing\u2019<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A workshop on \u2018Teaching Testing\u201d was conducted for the academic staff of the Department of English Language Teaching under the AHEAD Project on Thursday, December 10, 2021. Mr. Sarath Ananda, Senior Lecturer, Department of English Language Teaching, Sri Jayawardhanapura University, conducted the workshop. The workshop was very beneficial for all the academics of the Department of English Language Teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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English Curriculum Enriching Workshop for ESL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Department of English Language Teaching organized a Curriculum Enriching Workshop – OBE – LCT under the AHEAD Project for the academic staff of the Department of English Language Teaching. It was held on 08th<\/sup> April, 2021 at the English Language Laboratory of the Department of English Language Teaching, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. Senior Lecturer, Mr. MKSM Samaranayake from the Department of English Language Teaching, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka was the Resource Person at the workshop and the workshop had a significant impact on all the academics in the Department of English Language Teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workshop on \u2018Teaching Reading\u2019<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Under the AHEAD Project, a workshop was conducted on \u201cTeaching Reading\u201d for the academic staff of the Department of English Language Teaching on 29th September, 2020 at the English Language Laboratory of the Department of English Language Teaching, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. The workshop was conducted by Mr. MKSM Samaranayake, Senior Lecturer, Department of English Language Teaching, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. All the senior and junior members of the Department of English Language Teaching were greatly benefited from the workshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workshop on \u2018Teaching Writing\u2019<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A workshop on \u2018Teaching Writing\u2019 was conducted for the academic staff of the Department of English Language Teaching under the AHEAD Project on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the English Language Laboratory of the Department of English Language Teaching, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. The workshop was conducted by Mr. MKSM Samaranayake, Senior Lecturer, Department of English Language Teaching, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka. All the academics of the Department of English Language Teaching gained much from the workshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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English Night – 2017<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The English Night of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities was successfully held on the 30th<\/sup> of March 2017 at the Mihintale premises. The Vice Chancellor of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka Professor Ranjith Wijewardena was the chief guest on the occasion and the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and other academic staff members attended the occasion. It is expected to hold this event annually as it provides a platform for the students to enhance their English-speaking skills at large. Comparing, Oratory, Solos, Duets, Poetry Recitation, and Mini Drama were among the items presented by the students.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inter-Faculty English Speech Competition – 2016<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Grand Finale of the Inter Faculty English Speech Competition 2016 organized by the Department of English Language Teaching was held on the 11th<\/sup> of January 2017 in the main Auditorium of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. The Chief Guest of the event was Dr.CR Withanachchi, Dean, Faculty of Social sciences and Humanities of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. Five finalists from the faculties of Social Sciences and Humanities, Applied Sciences and Medical and Allied Sciences contested. All the contestants were awarded with certificates and the winners were awarded with certificate and cash prizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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