St. Anne's College

Lakmal Ratnayake Appointed Director of Sri Lankan Airlines

We are pleased to share that St. Anne's College alumnus Lakmal Ratnayake has been appointed as Director of Sri Lankan Airlines. With a career spanning various leadership roles, Lakmal brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this position.

Prior to his appointment, Lakmal has served as the Chairman of the National Institute of Co-operative Development, The Co-operative Wholesale Establishment, Sri Lanka Port Management and Consultancy Services (Private) Limited, and has also held the position of Director at the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. He has been a Board Member of Sri Lanka Coal Company (Private) Limited and Colombo International Container Terminals Limited, and currently serves as the Chairman of Jaya Container Terminals Limited.

Lakmal has been practicing law since 2003 and is an Attorney at Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka. His dedication and commitment to excellence have earned him this appointment as Director of Sri Lankan Airlines.

We congratulate Lakmal Ratnayake on his appointment and wish him all the success in his new role.

Nipuna's journey from the Annite Media Team to Newsfirst Anchor

Our alumnus, Nipuna Wijayabandara, has recently made his debut as a news anchor on Newsfirst. Nipuna's journey from the Annite Media Team to national television is truly inspiring, and we wish him all the best for his new venture. We hope that one day Nipuna will become a renowned media icon.

Old Boys Association: 2023 General Meeting and Get Together

The St. Anne's College Old Boys' Association will hold this year's General Meeting on Saturday, August 5th, commencing from 3 PM at the College premises.

Following the General Meeting, a Get Together is arranged, scheduled to begin at 7 PM on the same day. The venue for this gathering is the Hotel Blue Sky. To partake in the evening's function, a contribution of Rs. 2,500/= per person will apply, which will also cover the dinner. This event presents an excellent opportunity for our members to reinforce the cherished Annite brotherhood and foster camaraderie.

Both the General Meeting and the Get Together are exclusive to the members of the Old Boys Association (OBA). We kindly request all attendees to make a note of their OBA membership number, as it will be necessary for certain activities during the events.

For those who are former students of St. Anne's College and are not yet OBA members, you can apply for the membership on or before August 5th.

We look forward to seeing you all there!

Overview of the Journey of Tharaka Udayanaga

Success is not an overnight achievement; it's the result of persistent effort and constant determination. Here we are looking at an overview of the journey of Tharaka Udayanga, who claimed the 1st rank in our district (and secured the 7th place in the island) in Physical Science stream of the GCE Advanced Level Examination 2022. Along this path to his outstanding accomplishment, he accumulated numerous significant achievements.

Tharaka was admitted to St. Anne's College in the second grade in 2009. From then on, he actively participated in both extracurricular and curricular activities. In the fourth grade, he represented Sri Lanka at the 2011 Asian Chess Championship in India. As a little child, he successfully completed his primary education, scoring 181 on the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination. His high score qualified him to participate in the 2013 Sri Lankan Junior Science Olympiad (SLJSO), where he received awards for his performances.

In the sixth grade, Tharaka once again represented Sri Lanka at the 2014 Asian Chess Championship, held in Taiwan. Following this, he ventured into mathematics and science competitions, participating nationally and internationally. In 2015, he claimed a bronze medal at the 12th International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO) in Thailand. In 2017, he received national recognition at the Sri Lankan Junior Science Olympiad (SLJSO) and subsequently won another bronze medal at the International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) in Botswana in 2018. Tharaka's journey continued in 2019 when he took part in the South African International Mathematics Competition (SAIMC) and secured yet another bronze medal.

Tharaka continued to be involved in both extracurricular and curricular activities in College. He became a prefect in the ninth grade. In the same year, he joined the Senior Western Cadet Band and rose to the rank of Lance Corporal. He remained in the cadet band until he completed his GCE O Levels. In the Ordinary Level Examination, he earned nine distinctions in English medium. During his Advanced Level years, he joined the Astronomical Society of St. Anne's College and became its President.

Earlier this month, the results of the 2022 Advanced Level Examination were released, and Tharaka was ranked 1st in the district and 7th in the island in Physical Science stream. This is a fitting end to his College journey, which was filled with major achievements and milestones. As he embarks on his higher education, we at St. Anne's College extend our heartfelt wishes to Tharaka for his future endeavors and for the pursuit of all his dreams.

Passing of our dear Rukman Jayasinghe

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear alumnus, Rukman Jayasinghe, who passed away at the age of 48. Rukman will be remembered for his kindness, joyful spirit, and genuine care for others, which extended far beyond the boundaries of our College community. He was a beloved father and lived a dignified life that left a lasting impact on all who got to know him. His unique radiant smile and contagious laughter had the power to brighten even the darkest days.

Rest in Peace, dear Rukman. May you attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana. Your memory will forever reside in our hearts.

Promote Tharindu Nirmana from Final 24 to next round

Proud of you, Tharindu Nirmana

St. Anne's College alumni celebrates 25 years of international racing

Dilantha Malagamuwa

Sri Lanka’s most successful international motorsports personality, Dilantha Malagamuwa celebrated 25 years of international racing during an event held in Colombo on Thursday, 19th of March.

Malagamuwa who races under the Dilango Racing team launched his 2015 race calendar at the star studded event which featured a number of distinguished guests as well as politicians. Minister of Sports Navin Dissanayake was the Chief guest at the event.

Speaking at the event Malagamuwa stressed on the need to take motorsports into the hearts of all Sri Lankans and expressed firm belief that the future generations of Sri Lankan motor racers should be empowered.

Dilantha Malagamuwa first began his racing career on two wheelts back in 1980. After making a name for himself as one of the best riders in the country he graduated to motor car racing by the late 80’s and never looked back. Dilantha Malagamuwa has achieved victories in Asia, Australia, USA and many other countries. He is a proud product of St Anne’s College Kurunegala and Trinity College Kandy.

Annites family congratulates Mr. Dilantha Malgamuwa and wishes him all the very best on his future endeavours. Dilantha, you made the dad St. Anne's proud!

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Thank You Dr. Naufal Noordeen

Annites alumnus and CEO of Oxy Holdings Dr. Naufal Noordeen seen donating a Sanitization Package for 3 months to the College.

Thank You, Ruchika!

Ruchika Widanagamage generously donated Rs. 1.8 million for the refurbishment of the bus he himself gifted to the College. We greatly appreciate your dedication and support, Ruchika!

The batch of 2021 meets on this April 30

The Colombo Union Celebrates 40th Anniversary

The St. Anne's College Colombo Union has reached a significant milestone as they celebrate their 40th anniversary. As one of the oldest functioning Old Boys unions of the College, the Union has provided exceptional service and support to the College.

The Union has been an integral part of the College's growth and development, and they have been a strong pillar of support for the College during its ups and downs. We are proud to have them as part of the St. Anne's College family.

We also take this moment to show our appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the members of the Union, including some who are deceased. We are confident that they will continue to play a vital role in the journey of the College that we all love.

On this special occasion, we extend our warmest congratulations and best wishes to all our friends at the Colombo Union. We look forward to continued collaboration as we work together to further the mission of St. Anne's College.

The tragic death of Peshan Warnasooriya and Tharindu Herath

We are deeply saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of Aircraft Engineer and Flying Officer Peshan Warnasooriya from the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), who was an alumnus of St. Anne's College.

The tragic incident occurred when the trainer aircraft carrying Peshan crashed shortly after takeoff from the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy in China Bay, Eastern Province. Also on board was Wing Commander Tharindu Herath, an alumnus of our neighboring Maliyadeva College, who faced the same fate as Peshan.

He was an old boy from the 2015 batch and joined the Sri Lanka Air Force just 2 years after leaving the College. He also completed his higher education at the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University.

Peshan, as an Air Force officer, soared the skies above to keep us safe on the ground. His memory will forever remain in our hearts, just as the vast sky above.

May the brave souls of our dear Peshan Warnasooriya and Tharindu Herath from Maliyadeva Rest in Peace and attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of both as we offer our final tributes.

Those who we missed in 2023

As we slowly begin our journey in 2024, let us take a moment to remember those from the St. Anne's College family who sadly left us in 2023. Their memory lives on, and we hold them dear in our hearts.

Urgent: Help save Isuru's life!

Isuru Herath urgently needs 3.5 million rupees for a sudden brain surgery before July 22. He is an old boy of St. Anne's College and currently a final year student at the University of Moratuwa, Department of Earth Resources Engineering. Your help can save his life!

Urgent: Let us all come together to support our fellow Annite Roshan Pinnapola in his time of need

Roshan Pinnapola, a 2019 alumnus of St. Anne's College, recently underwent critical brain surgery due to bursting of a clot. During this procedure, a portion of his skull had to be removed. Now, he requires another surgery to reattach the removed portion of his skull. To make this possible, Roshan urgently needs 7 Lakhs before August 25.

It is our moment to stand by our old boy and extend our helping hand. You can contribute by sending your donations to the following accounts:

● Hatton National Bank, Kurunegala Branch
○ Account Number: 019020106091
○ Bank Code: 7083, Branch Code: 019
○ Name: P A J R Pinnapola

● People’s Bank, Kurunegala Branch
○ Account Number: 012100140418470
○ Name: Old Boys' Association St. Anne's College Kurunegala

As Annites, we have always been there for one another in times of need, haven't we? Your generous contribution will make a significant difference. Together, let's support our dear Roshan during this challenging time. It's time to donate!

We wish Krishantha greater heights

Welcome Mr. Handsome: Pasindu Prasad is the Mr. Sri Lanka 2023!

Annite Pasindu Prasad Crowned as Mister Sri Lanka 2023!

The competition took place yesterday, on September 3rd, at the Panibharatha Theatre, University of the Visual and Performing Arts in Colombo. Pasindu emerged victorious, securing not only the coveted title officially known as 'Mr Universe Srilanka,' but also several other noteworthy accolades, including Best Talent, Best Catwalk, Best Skin, and Most Popular Contestant.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our very own Pasindu for his outstanding achievement on this remarkable journey.

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