With only 1/4th of the year concluded, the club was able to achieve great recognitions and appreciations for what we were able to do in such a short span of time. The main reason for this success is due to the active participation of our members backed by the dedication and commitment of each avenue directors. Thus establishing our theme for the year “Team work makes the Dream work”
President Rtr. Praveen Fernando expressed these views with regards to the club’s performance during the 1st quarter of the year-
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| Rtr. Praveen Fernando President 2015/16 |
“This quarter evidenced some of our strength through successful completion of 3 club service projects, 3 professional development projects, 2 International Understanding projects and 1 community service project with the active participation of all our members. We as a club believe every step the club embarks on sets our individual lives reach better heights to journey upon in developing the club members’ personality as a Proud Rotaractor.
Next quarter is even more exciting, especially with 2 mega projects planned out ahead. Execution of all the projects was/is made easy through effective delegation of authority to all members which has boosted all members’ enthusiasm towards the development of the club.
I wish to convey that let’s dream big and we as RC UOC FMF will give our fullest contribution in reaching our objective of building up good relationships through fellowship and togetherness with the entire Rotary movement.”
Our President Rtr. Praveen Fernando as well as our Vice President Rtr. Ruvindi de Silva were awarded the Effective Rotaractor citations. Our IPP Rtr. Romanthi Anandappa was awarded the President of the month (February) while Rtr. Praveen won the award for the Most outstanding Rotaractor of the month (February). In addition to this Rtr. Shehan Xavier was awarded the Spirit of Service Award for his immense dedication and commitment to the various activities of our club during the year. Our club also had one of the best newsletters in the past year in the District and thus Rtr. Supun Walpola won bronze in the Most Outstanding Editor of the Year award category.
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| iGenius being awarded the best IU project |
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| Rtr. Ruzni Faik Editor 2015/16 |
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| President Rtr. Praveen Fernando receiving the prize on behalf of the club |
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Dub IT Post IT – The Ultimate Dubsmash Competition
We thank the entire participants, who posted and enjoyed during the dubsmash period. Moreover, we would like to congratulate Rotaract Club of the Faculty of Management and Finance becoming the winners and Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown (RCCU) for becoming the runners up.Above all, our main sponsor Team GiftSmart for the valuable contribution for making this event a true success.See you next year with ” Dubsmash II ”, A bigger cash price indeed ;)Stay Tuned with Rotaract Club of Wellawatte and for our future live events.#RCW #dubsmash
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iSpy
‘Insight’–International Movie Week – With the motive of allowing club members to have a glimpse of the international culture, the club initiated a project to screen 5 different movies under the theme ‘International Movie Week’.The objective of the project was to celebrate the diversity in cultures of different countries appreciating the work of theatre and to let the members enjoy the movies while learning about new cultures. The club successfully screened 5 movies on a daily basis from 14th to 18th September 2015 at the faculty with attendance of club members, other undergraduates and friends. This project was chaired by our club member Rtr. Shenadi Basnayake. Read more- Formation of a twin club agreement with the Rotaract Club of DYPVP
- The publishing of a joint bulletin
- Presentation of a video depicting the culture of Sri Lanka
- Skype session with the participation of the members from both the clubs
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| Dr. Darshan Perera at the Workshop for Workplace Psychology |
This installation ceremony of our club was also significant for the fact that the Chief Guest for the event was the Dean of our faculty Dr. R. Senathiraja, where this is the first time a Dean of the faculty is attending an installation ceremony of our club. The Dean has been very supportive to our club and ensures to continue her support in the future. The Project was chaired by our Club Service Director Rtr. Mirangi Lanka Prasada. Read more
Community Service
The 2nd Quarter started with project “Hasareli” which is the Children’s Day celebrations at the Mother Theresa Home in Moratuwa. The second phase of the “Battle of the Greens”, which is “SAND-TASTIC” will also be held this month. Some of the other Community Service projects which are planned for the year are, “Clothing Drive”, “Make a Wish”, “Happy Street Pooch” and “Project Rebuild”.
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Meeting under the Shade- The 1st Board meeting as well as the General meeting was held on 15th of July at the Independence Square Park. The meeting was held beyond the brick walls and Air Conditioned rooms to give the members a relaxed and soothing atmosphere during the meeting. This was a part of the Green Life initiative, which is a new avenue commenced by our club in order to have dedicated focus on conservation of the environment we live in. This also coincides with the ‘Greening Sri Lanka’ initiative by the Rotary District 3220 with the objective of planting one million trees.
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| Meeting under the Shade |
The RC UOC FMF Blog
Check out this piece by @RCUOCFMF on #100voicesUNFPA & see how #youth are leading change! http://t.co/7u6WsN5fS3 @UNFPASriLanka #YouthNow
— Babatunde Osotimehin (@BabatundeUNFPA) August 7, 2015
Based on these highlights of the 1st Quarter it’s safe to say that RC UOC FMF has got off on the right foot and consistently maintaining this good work for the rest of the year will enable the club to reach new heights in the District.
Dream work! Well in progress!
