The Library Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the University of Ruhuna organized a “Hands-on Technical Training on Institutional Repository (IR) and Digital Content Management” on 8 October 2026 at the Library, Faculty of Medicine, Galle. The workshop was conducted for professional and Library Information Assistant staff of the University of Ruhuna Library System.
The training programme comprised two sessions focusing on key aspects of institutional repository management and digital content organization.
Part 1: Metadata Enhancement: Citations and Subject Headings was conducted by Ms. Sakunthala Senevirathna, Senior Assistant Librarian, Main Library, University of Ruhuna. The session focused on enhancing metadata quality through accurate citation information and appropriate subject headings to improve the organization and retrieval of scholarly content.
Part 2: Institutional Repository Management: Structure, Content Submission and Metadata was conducted by Ms. Pavithra Mayuri, Assistant Librarian, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna. This session addressed the structure and management of the institutional repository, content submission procedures, and metadata practices.
The workshop aimed to strengthen staff knowledge and practical skills in managing the University’s institutional repository and digital scholarly content, thereby supporting the effective organization, accessibility, and dissemination of the University’s research output.
Ms. Sakunthala Senevirathna, Senior Assistant Librarian, University of Ruhuna, coordinated the programme as part of the Library’s ongoing efforts to strengthen staff competencies and improve the quality of digital library services.
