IEEE Day 2025
IEEE Day 2025 at KDU was celebrated with great enthusiasm and concluded with a memorable Closing Ceremony, held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, KDU. The event brought together an inspiring lineup of distinguished guests, meaningful discussions, and recognition of the achievements made throughout the IEEE Day celebrations.
The ceremony commenced with an engaging Panel Discussion featuring three eminent speakers:
- Prof. S. Vasanthapriyan, Chair, IEEE Sri Lanka Section
- Mr. Kavinga Upul Ekanayaka, Treasurer, IEEE Sri Lanka Section
- Mr. Heshan Mallawaarachchi, Chair, IEEE Young Professionals Sri Lanka
The session was skillfully moderated by Ms. Tharaka Munasinghe, Secretary, IEEE SIGHT Sri Lanka. The discussion centered around the theme “Bridging the Gap between Academia and Industry with IEEE.”
This session provided valuable insights for undergraduates on how to take their first steps into the professional world, understand the challenges faced by fresh graduates, and recognize the vital role IEEE plays in supporting students during this transition. The speakers also highlighted the opportunities within IEEE that help strengthen the connection between academia and industry while enhancing students’ technical and professional growth.
The second main highlight of the event was an inspiring Guest Session conducted by Mr. Thilina Samarasinghe, a proud KDU alumnus. He shared his personal success story, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, dedication, and consistency in achieving one’s goals. His motivational words encouraged students to give their utmost effort in every pursuit and to remain focused on continuous self-development.
In addition to these sessions, the ceremony also featured the Prize Giving for the winners of the IEEE Day 2025 Treasure Hunt. The excitement and enthusiasm of the participants added a joyful spirit to the event.
Furthermore, the Student Branch Counsellor delivered an insightful speech reflecting on the progress and impact of the IEEE Student Branch of KDU, while the IEEE Day 2025 Ambassador at KDU shared remarks on how the KDU celebration aligned with the global observance of IEEE Day, highlighting the importance of collaboration and collective effort within the IEEE community.
As the event came to a close, participants reflected on a day filled with inspiration, learning, and celebration, successfully concluding the IEEE Day 2025 celebrations at KDU in alignment with IEEE’s mission and vision of advancing technology for humanity and building a better tomorrow.
