2024

Ethical Challenges of Unbounded Artificial Intelligence On 17 February 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna hosted a distinguished academic event featuring Rev. Prof. A. J. Chandrakanthan, former Head of the Department of Christian and Islamic Civilizations and currently serving at the University of Toronto, Canada. Prof. Chandrakanthan met with students […]

The Sustainable Developmental Goals and Localizing Them On 13 February 2025, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna hosted a special event titled “The Sustainable Developmental Goals and Localizing them” with the distinguished presence of Prof. Datuk Dr. Denison Jeyasooria, Chairperson of Pengerust, Malaysia. During his visit, Prof. Jeyasooria met with the

Exploring Religious Art and Cultural Harmony: Study Tour for Level II Students The Department of Christian and Islamic Civilizations, University of Jaffna, is pleased to report that Ms. Mary Winifreeda Chandrasekar, Senior Lecturer of the department was honoured with the ‘Good Research Book’ award for her scholarly work in Tamil medium, ‘Sculpture and Architecture in

Exploring Religious Art and Cultural Harmony: Study Tour for Level II Students The Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, organized a study tour for Level II students from October 2 – 4, 2024, with the objective of enhancing experiential learning by exposing students to key historical, artistic, and religious sites. This academic excursion provided

Spreading the Joy of Christmas: Annual Carol Singing & Christmas Oli Vizha 2024 (ஒளி விழா 2024) The Annual Carol Singing and Christmas Oli Vizha 2024 was held on December 19, 2024, at the Kailasapathy Auditorium, University of Jaffna. This much-anticipated event was organized by the Department of Christian Civilization in collaboration with the Good Shepherd

Strengthening Ecumenical Partnerships: Visit of SCM India General Secretary On December 13, 2024, the Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, had the privilege of welcoming Ms. Dakerlin Mukhim, General Secretary of the Student Christian Movement (SCM) India. She was accompanied by Rev. Nilushan Herath (Co-General Secretary, SCM Sri Lanka), Mr. Timothy Kumarathunga (Treasurer, SCM

A Farewell to Remember: Going Down Ceremony of Final-Year Students The Going Down Ceremony of the final-year students of the Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, was held on November 8, 2024, at the Good Shepherd Chaplaincy. This special occasion was a heartfelt farewell to the outgoing students, marking the culmination of their academic

Seminar on ‘Catechism in the Postmodern Society’: Equipping Religion Teachers for Contemporary Challenges As part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the University of Jaffna, the Department of Christian Civilization, in collaboration with the Jaffna Diocesan Catechetical Centre, organized a seminar for religion teachers on October 20, 2024, at the Kailasapathy Auditorium, University of Jaffna.

Inter-University Workshop on Climate Justice: A Transformative Experience The Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, in collaboration with the Student Christian Movement of Sri Lanka (SCMSL), participated in the inter-university workshop on “Climate Justice” from October 11 – 13, 2024. This workshop, designed as an experiential learning initiative, provided students with practical insights into

Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Catholic Students’ Union and the University of Jaffna In a momentous and spiritually significant event, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna organized a celebration to mark the Golden Jubilee of the Catholic Students’ Union at the Good Shepherd Centre on the 06th of October 2024. It