Department of Mathematics

Exploring Finance Beyond the Classroom: A Visit to the Colombo Stock Exchange

On May 22, 2025, students of the Department of Mathematics had the invaluable opportunity to visit the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) as part of a field trip organized under the course modules AMAT 31303 – Mathematics for Finance I and AMAT 41403 – Financial Mathematics.
This educational visit brought together Level 3 students enrolled in the module along with Level 4 honours degree students, providing a unique platform to bridge theoretical finance concepts with real-world applications.
During the visit, participants attended an insightful session introducing the operations of the CSE, stock market fundamentals, and trading mechanisms. The experience offered students a practical perspective on how mathematical concepts are utilized in financial markets.
The event was not only informative but also highly engaging, sparking great interest among the students. It was a remarkable learning experience and a successful initiative that strengthened the connection between academic knowledge and industry practices.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported and contributed to organizing this enriching visit and to the Colombo Stock Exchange for hosting and inspiring the next generation of finance professionals!

Personal Progress Development Program for Final-Year Mathematics Undergraduates

As part of its continued commitment to supporting the holistic development of students, the Department of Mathematics, University of Kelaniya, successfully conducted a series of personal development sessions in 2023 under the Personal Progress Development Program for Level 4 Honours Degree students in Mathematics. These sessions were designed to strengthen students’ personal and professional skills as they prepare to transition beyond university life.

The sessions featured several esteemed speakers who brought valuable perspectives from diverse fields. Prof. Sagarika Kannangara from the Department of Plant and Molecular Biology conducted a three-part series focusing on personality development through the Enneagram system and effective communication. Her engaging delivery encouraged students to reflect on their personality types and improve interpersonal skills through active participation.

Ms. M.K.A. Anoma Rathnayaka, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Sport Science and Physical Education, shared practical strategies for building resilience, managing stress, and maintaining a proactive mindset, offering students a strong foundation for tackling future academic and career challenges.

Additionally, Dr. Rohana Ulluwishewa, a former Associate Professor at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Senior Lecturer at the University of Brunei Darussalam, and an internationally recognised scholar in sustainable development and spirituality, joined the session alongside Mr. Sameera Sudam Jayasinghe from Inspire Village, an institute focused on service learning and community engagement. Drawing on their diverse expertise, they shared thought-provoking insights that encouraged students to reflect on the importance of social responsibility, inner growth, and active participation in community development.

The Department of Mathematics extends its sincere appreciation to all the speakers for their time, expertise, and dedication in enriching the personal development journey of our undergraduates through these impactful sessions. We extend our warmest wishes for continued success in all their future endeavours and look forward to collaborating with them again in our upcoming events.

Visit of Associate Professor Adelaide Cerveira

We are delighted to welcome Associate Professor Adelaide Cerveira from the Department of Mathematics at the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal, for an academic visit. Professor Cerveira is an esteemed scholar whose expertise spans Operations Research and Statistics, with applications in various fields, including Forestry Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Tourism, Applied Mathematics, and Data Science. Her research focuses on combinatorial optimization and its applications, addressing critical challenges such as forest management, optimal wind farm design, hybrid renewable energy systems, production planning, routing optimization, and statistical analysis. She has led and contributed to numerous projects that bridge mathematics with real-world problems, making significant contributions to both academia and industry.

Visit Schedule

Pre-Conference Workshop on Applications of Optimization in Forest Management and Wind Farm Design
(8th April, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Faculty Board Room)
More details will be circulated by the Conference Committee.

Research Meeting
(9th April, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Faculty Board Room)

Lecture for Honors Degree Students on Applications of Linear Programming Problems and Software
Using Xpress Optimization and Excel
(9th April, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Department of Mathematics, Computer Laboratory, A7)

Mathematics Colloquium on Enhancing Wind Farm Design Through Efficient Cable Routing and Ditch Sharing
(11th April, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, SDC Auditorium, University of Kelaniya)

Research Meeting
(11th April, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Head Room, Mathematics Department)

Actuarial Career Talk – Explore Your Future in Actuarial Science!

Mathematics Colloquium – March 2025

Bridging Math and Nature: Inspiring Young Minds

The Department of Mathematics, University of Kelaniya, had the amazing opportunity to visit Gateway International College in Dehiwala, where we got to inspire the next generation of math enthusiasts!

The college is gearing up for an exciting Photography Exhibition for Grade 7, 8, and 9 students, all centered around the theme "Mathematics in Nature."

To kick things off, Dr. Kissani Perera, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Mathematics, delivered an engaging session on how math and nature are beautifully intertwined. She shared some mind-blowing examples of how math is all around us in the natural world!

The session was a huge success, and we’re so excited to have been a part of this creative initiative! We can’t wait to see the students’ photography exhibition and how they capture the stunning mathematics in nature through their lenses!

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