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CA Sri Lanka  Integrated Annual Report 2024                                                         79








                                                 E    Students Research Colloquium: A total of 41 undergraduates presented
                                                     research proposals across eight academic tracks at the Student Research
                                                     Colloquium, highlighting the analytical and research capabilities of the
                                                     undergraduates.
                                                 E    Inauguration Ceremonies: The campus welcomed over 530 new
                                                     students into the Applied Accounting and Business Analytics degree
                                                     programs across three separate intakes, marking continued demand for
                                                     SAB’s academic offerings.
                                                 E    MoU with AAT: Entered into a strategic partnership with the Association of
          MoU with AAT                               Accounting Technicians (AAT), enhancing academic pathways and access
                                                     to resources for AAT members.
                                                 E    Guest Lecture Series: A year-long initiative offering regular expert-led
                                                     sessions to expose students to real-world industry insights and emerging
                                                     trends. Notable sessions included a special workshop on artificial
                                                     intelligence by Chartered Accountant and author Mr. Prabash Galagedara.

                                                 Multicultural Events
                                                 SAB Campus proudly celebrated its cultural diversity and inclusion through a
                                                 series of vibrant multicultural events in 2024, fostering unity and mutual respect
                                                 within the academic community and among different ethnicities. The multicultural
          Thai Pongal Celebrations               events in 2024 included:
                                                 E    Thai Pongal Celebrations: A colorful and festive Thai Pongal celebration
                                                     was organized by the campus, bringing together undergraduates and staff
                                                     to honor Tamil traditions and heritage in Sri Lanka.
                                                 E    Sinhala & Tamil New Year: The campus marked the traditional Sinhala
                                                     & Tamil New Year with a vibrant celebration featuring traditional Avurudu
                                                     games, performances, and cultural practices reflecting harmony and mutual
                                                     appreciation among diverse communities.
                                                 E    Iftar Celebrations: Students of not only the Islamic faith but also from
                                                     diverse religious backgrounds came together to celebrate Iftar—an evening
                                                     of spiritual reflection and community bonding that promoted interfaith
          Sinhala & Tamil New Year
                                                     understanding during the holy month of Ramadan.
                                                 E    Poson Ice Cream Dansala: The undergraduates came together to
                                                     commemorate Poson Poya by generously distributing ice cream to the
                                                     public, embodying the true spirit of giving.


                                                 Student Engagement & Community Initiatives
                                                 In 2024, SAB Campus fostered student camaraderie, leadership, and social
                                                 responsibility through a series of dynamic events, including:
                                                 E    Freshers’ Night: A vibrant evening of performances and celebrations
          Freshers’ Night                            warmly welcoming new students to the SAB community.
                                                 E    Community Project: A meaningful outreach initiative led by SAB intake
                                                     students, aimed at creating a lasting social impact through engagement with
                                                     underserved communities were carried out under the name “Paata Heena”.
                                                 E    SAB Cricket Fiesta: A spirited day of sportsmanship and team bonding,
                                                     featuring exciting cricket matches that brought students together beyond
                                                     the classroom.
                                                 E    Mindfulness Programme: In alignment with the Ministry of Higher
                                                     Education’s recommendations, the campus conducted a well-being
                                                     initiative to help undergraduates manage academic stress and build
                                                     emotional resilience.
          SAB Cricket Fiesta
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