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Visit of Ms. Angelique to the Department of Christian Civilization As part of its ongoing commitment to academic enrichment and social engagement, the Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, had the privilege of hosting Ms. Angelique Appeyroux, Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Sri Lanka on the 7th of […]

A Legacy of Compassion and Philanthropic Engagement On 10 March 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the privilege of receiving Mrs. Debbie Sinnarasa Philip, whose visit marked a deeply meaningful moment of remembrance, continuity, and renewed commitment to student welfare and academic advancement. Mrs. Philip is the wife of

Contemplative Dialogue and Interreligious Encounter On 2nd February 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct honour of welcoming Rev. Dr. Yann Vagneux, a Catholic priest of the Missions Étrangères de Paris (MEP) and a distinguished French scholar known for his deep engagement with the religious and intellectual traditions

Interfaith Dialogue and Social Responsibility: An Academic Encounter on Countering Extremism On 6th January 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct honour of hosting Dr. Herman Roborgh, Head of the School of Religion & Philosophy at Minhaj University Lahore, Pakistan. This significant academic visit, initiated by the Head

Academic and Social Engagement On 3rd March 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct privilege of welcoming Rev. Fr. Teyol Machado, SJ, Director of the Navachethana Centre for Non-Formal Education, who visited the department accompanied by Rev. Fr. Antony Pius, SJ, a Jesuit priest and scholar known for

Annual Christmas Carol Prayer Service 2025 On 22 December 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization of the University of Jaffna, in collaboration with the Good Shepherd Chaplaincy, organized its annual Christmas Carol Prayer Service at the Library Auditorium under the theme “Celebrating the Incarnation:  God among us, in harmony with the many voices of faith.”

Welcoming New Students and Honouring Graduates: Ceremonies of the Department of Christian Civilization 2025 In 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna successfully organized a series of ceremonies to mark both the beginning and completion of the academic journey of its students. These events reflected the department’s commitment to nurturing community

English Proficiency Course for Students of Christian Civilization The Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna formally inaugurated the English Proficiency Course for Students of Christian Studies on 1 March 2025 at the De Mazenod Campus. Designed to strengthen language skills and enhance academic confidence, the programme brought together eighteen undergraduate students from

Fourth Collaborative Encounter of the Department of Christian Civilization and SCM On 25 November 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization of the University of Jaffna, together with the Student Christian Movement (SCM), held their fourth collaborative encounter, continuing a partnership rooted in dialogue, service, and youth formation. This year’s initiative moved beyond the classroom into

Study Tour 2025: Enhancing Learning through Field Experience From 17 to 19 September 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna organized a study tour for Level II students as part of their academic program. The three day initiative was designed to strengthen academic understanding by providing direct exposure to Christian art,