The inauguration ceremony of the orientation program, organized by the Sports and Exercise Unit of the Faculty of Science to welcome the new batch of students to the BSc Honours in Sports Science Degree Program, was successfully held on the 24^th of February 2025 at the Board Room of the Faculty of Science.  

The event aimed to formally introduce students to the program's curriculum, faculty members, and university facilities. It provided an opportunity for networking among peers and staff, setting the stage for a successful academic journey.

The event was graced by the presence of Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, as the chief guest, while other honourable guests included Senior Professor Sudath R. D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, and Mr. K. K. K. Dharmathilaka, Registrar of the university.

The ceremony included speeches from Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya; Senior Professor Sudath R. D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science; and Dr. P. Buvanendiran, Head of the Sports and Exercise Science Unit, highlighting the importance of sports science and the opportunities available to students in this field. The event was an essential step in integrating new students into the university community and launching their academic endeavors.

The event also witnessed the participation of the academic and non-academic staff of the Sports and Exercise Unit and the new batch of students in the BSc Honours in Sports Science Degree Program.