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The staff of the Akuressa Public Library, accompanied by its Community Development Officer, visited the University of Ruhuna Library to explore advancements in library technology and automation. The primary objective of the visit was to study how modern technology enhances library operations, improving accessibility and efficiency. The delegation was welcomed by Librarian Mr. Nimal Hettiarachchi,…

The Developing Information, Research, and Digital Skills for Business, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal (NSIS) Project aims to strengthen the capabilities of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal by enhancing the competencies of Library and Information Specialist (LIS) staff. This initiative, funded by ERASMUS-EDU, focuses on improving…

We are delighted to announce that the University of Ruhuna Library has received a book donation from ‘The Tokyo Foundation for Policy Research’ as part of their READ JAPAN PROJECT. A total of 68 books covering Japan-related topics in English were donated during the ceremony held on 24th November 2024, at the Main Library of…

We provided access to 22 e-books related to Research Methods & Statistics, purchased from Taylor and Francis, for university users. The new arrivals are available through Taylor and Francis On Campus at the link below. Taylor and Francis_On Campus – Library (ruh.ac.lk)  

We are delighted to announce that the University of Ruhuna Library has receive a book donation from the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity. This project was facilitated by SLIM Business School Matara.  A total of 314 books covering various marketing topics were donated during the…

Extended the access availability from 31st July – 31st December 2023 It is great pleasure to inform that, Trial access for Science Direct platform is available for the University of Ruhuna Research Community until 31st of December 2023, and you will be able to access all the Journals provided at the below links. To access authorized…

Extended the access availability from 31st July – 31st August 2023 It is great pleasure to inform that, Trial access for Springer link platform and Nature Platform has been extended for the University of Ruhuna Research Community until 31st of August 2023, and you will be able to access all the Journals provided at the below…

About 76 books have been donated to the University Main Library by the EU co-funded Techno-Economic-Societal Sustainable (TESS) project.  With the coordination of Professor Thusitha Gunawardana, this project has allocated EURO 5,000 to donate books in different disciplines such as solid waste management, entrepreneurship, energy management, data analysis, risk management, green supply chain management etc.,…

It is great pleasure and honor to declare that the following Staff member of the Library, University of Ruhuna has completed and awarded the Diploma in Library and Information offered by the Sri Lankan Library Association on 26th May 2023. A.P. Achini Devika – Library Information Assistant (Gr. III) B.H.R.H.Madhushanka – Library Information Assistant (Gr. III) R.Nadeesha…

Students from SAGARAM Project organized by the Leo-Club of University of Ruhuna donated 144 books to the Main Library University of Ruhuna on 06.02.2023. The donation included 102 Tamil books, 41 Sinhala books and 1 English book.