Day 8 of the Department of Industrial Management’s orientation program was another exciting step in preparing students for their academic journey. The sessions covered a range of important topics, from communication skills to sports facilities, alumni insights, and reflections on the program. 

The day began with a session by our department lecturer Ms. Yehemini Jayatissa, where students engaged in discussions and activities focused on internship opportunities and career pathways. She provided valuable insights into the importance of gaining practical experience during university life, highlighting how internships help to merge academic learning and real-world applications. Students learned about how to secure internships, build professional networks, and develop industry-relevant skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for future career opportunities. 

The next session was conducted by Temporary Lecturers Dinithi and Rupeshika about Communication Enhancement. This session helped students develop clarity, confidence, and effectiveness in communication, essential for academic and professional success. 

The special highlight of the morning was an Introduction to Sports Facilities done by Mr. Sameera Wijayagunaratne, Instructor in Physical Education, where students learned about the various sports and recreational opportunities available at the university. This session encouraged them to explore extracurricular activities that promote both physical well-being and teamwork. 

Following this, Mr. Chamath Ranaweera, Software Engineer at Swivel Tech, IM Alumini, shared his experiences and insights, offering students valuable guidance on how to make the most of their university journey. His session focused on how sports and extracurricular activities played a crucial role in shaping his life and professional career. He emphasized that while academic excellence is important, active participation in sports and student organizations helps develop essential life skills such as leadership, teamwork, discipline, and resilience. 

 The following session by Senior Lecturers, Dr. Ruwan Wickramarachchi and Dr. Dilani Wickramarachchi, who spoke about Dos and Don’ts in University Life. Their session went beyond just academic advice—it was an inspiring discussion about crafting a vision for life and setting meaningful goals for the future.  

The afternoon continued with student presentations, where the freshers had the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences from the orientation program. This session was not only a platform for reflection but also a heartfelt moment where students expressed their gratitude to the faculty, organizers, and senior students who guided them throughout the program. 

As the sun rose on the seventh day of orientation, students at the Department of Industrial Management gathered once again, eager to gain new lessons and experiences. The day promised a mix of inspiration, awareness, and skill-building, and it did not disappoint. 

The morning kicked off with a powerful reality check. Dr. Manuja N. Perera, a Senior Lecturer in Public Health, addressed the students on Drug Awareness. Her talk was not just informative but deeply impactful, as she detailed the physical, mental, and social consequences of substance abuse. It was a session that encouraged students to think critically about their choices and reinforced the importance of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. 

The next session was conducted by Temporary Lecturers Ms. Dinithi and Ms. Rupeshika about Communication Enhancement. Whether it was pronunciation practice, non-verbal communication, or research basics, students actively participated in exercises designed to refine their communication skills. They left the session with a newfound awareness of how words, tone, and body language can shape effective communication. 

Following this, Dr. Ruwan Wickramarachchi, Senior Lecturer, conducted a 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗧 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀. From online learning platforms and research databases to software access and IT support services, he emphasized how technology can enhance both academic and extracurricular activities. 

The final session of the day took a session with IM Alumi, where the graduate students of Department of Industrial Management took the stage, sharing their university journeys the highs, the lows, and the valuable lessons in between. They spoke about their academic struggles, friendships, and professional paths, offering guidance to freshers who are just beginning their own journeys. Their stories weren’t just advice; they were roadmaps filled with insights and encouragement.  

With each passing day, orientation continues to mold these students into confident individuals, ready to take on the challenges of university life and beyond. 

Day Six of the orientation program at the Department of Industrial Management was an exciting showcase of growth, empowerment, and connection. Designed to equip students with the tools and mindset to excel in university life, the sessions of the day brought invaluable insights and opportunities for personal and academic growth.

The day began with an engaging session on Presentation Skills conducted by Professor Suren Peter, Senior Lecturer, Department of Industrial Management, shared tips and techniques to help students speak confidently, engage their audience, and deliver effective presentations. The session was both practical and inspiring, giving students the tools to communicate their ideas clearly and powerfully. 

Next, Dr. Amila Withanarachchi, Senior Lecturer, Department of Industrial Management led a session on “How to Spend University Life Productively.” He spoke about the importance of time management, setting goals, and balancing studies with personal growth. His advice encouraged students to make the most of their time at university and turn it into a period of learning and self-discovery. 

In the final part of the day, students were introduced to the university’s clubs and including Leo Club, Rotract club, LED club, AIESEC and VidE Club. A group of third-year students shared their experiences of being part of various clubs, highlighting how joining a club can help develop skills, build friendships, and create lasting memories. They encouraged the first-year students to get involved and make the most of these opportunities. 

The day reflected the department’s commitment to supporting its students, not just academically but in all aspects of their university life. With each session, students gained valuable insights and felt more prepared to start their academic journey with confidence. 

The fifth day of the Orientation Program started on a high note, filled with excitement and energy. With inspiring speakers and interactive sessions lined up, it was a day everyone was looking forward to! 

The morning began with an amazing talk by 𝗠𝗿. 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮, 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝘀 𝗦𝗿𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮 and a passionate tech leader who brought a fresh wave of motivation to the audience. His session was both inspiring and informative, 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗧 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆. He encouraged students to 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗲𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆. 

The second session was presented by 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼, 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 and he shared important information about the various services and resources available at the university. His talk highlighted 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. 

The final session of the day, led by Ms. Dinithi and Ms. Rupeshika, focused on communication enhancement. It was an engaging and interactive workshop that 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀. Participants gained practical insights into improving their interpersonal and presentation skills, leaving them better equipped to express themselves confidently. 

Through well-planned sessions and constant support, Department of Industrial Management is helping the new batch of students to build the skills they need for their future. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁’𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀.