EVENTS – FCBS

Skill Expo 2025

A Skill Expo 2025 was successfully held on 03rd of November 2025 at the cafeteria under the Business Skills I subject, organized by the students of the 2022/2023 batch Department of Business & Management Studies, Faculty of Communication & Business Studies, Trincomalee Campus, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. The exhibition aimed to provide a platform for students to demonstrate their practical business knowledge, creativity, and entrepreneurial competencies developed through the course.

A total of 50 stalls were exhibited, showcasing a diverse range of innovative business ideas, products, and services. Students effectively applied their theoretical understanding to practical scenarios, displaying skills in communication, marketing, teamwork, and problem-solving.

The event served as an excellent opportunity for experiential learning, enabling students to gain real-world insights into business operations and customer engagement. It also encouraged collaboration, innovation, and confidence among participants, reflecting the true essence of the Business Skills I curriculum.

Street Drama performed by Kuchchaveli Vivekananda Maha Vidyalaya School Students

The workshop on “Establishment Code & Regulations” was held on 17.03.2025 from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm. at the Mini Auditorium, Trincomalee Campus. Mr. V. Navirathan, Deputy Registrar, Establishment Department (Non-Academic), Eastern University Sri Lanka served as the resource person and the Non-Academic staff of the Trincomalee campus attended the workshop as participants.

“Kathamba” Street Drama by LCS students

Ten street dramas were performed by the third-year students of Languages and Communication Studies under the subject Folk Media on 28.10.2025. The street dramas conveyed various social messages.

Indradarpan Indian Film Week

Guest lecture on Filmmaking & Indian Documentary Cinema

Prof. Ankuran Dutta, Director of ICCR in Sri Lanka, delivered a guest lecture on Filmmaking & Indian Documentary Cinema to 3rd-year Communication Studies students at the Trincomalee Campus of Eastern University, Sri Lanka, on August 19, 2025.

Launch of the Student-Led Library at FCBS

Final year students of 2019/2020 academic batch who are reading Bachelor of Science honors in Management launched a Student-Led Library on 28th April, 2025 at the FCBS study hall with the participation of Head of the department (Department of Business and Management studies), Dean (Faculty of Communication and Business Studies) and lectures. This CSR project done under the course of BMT 4063: Contemporary Issues in Management with the guidanceof Course Lecturer Mr. N. Thevanes. This Project aimed to reduce students’ screen time, promote reading habits, and address the lack of a dedicated library by providing a community-based donate-and-borrow system with resources in Sinhala, Tamil, and English.

During the planning phase, students held group discussions, assigned responsibilities, and collectively raised LKR 15,000 to purchase a custom book rack, stationery, and decorative materials for the library setup. A social media campaign was conducted to encourage book donations, receiving overwhelming support from both university members and external contributors, resulting in a diverse collection of over 160 books.

The library space was creatively enhanced with organized bookshelves, painted walls, motivational quotes, and live plants to create an inviting and intellectually stimulating environment. A unique borrow-after-donate system was implemented, where students could only borrow books upon donating one, with all transactions recorded to promote accountability. A dedicated quality assurance team ensured that the materials and overall setup met academic and aesthetic standards, guaranteeing sustainability and consistency.

Mr. N. Thevanes, the subject lecturer for Contemporary Issues in Management, celebrated the event with a symbolic donation of a book to the student-led library that emphasized the importance of the effort during the project’s official debut.

Workshop on Non Violent Communication

On 4th March 2025, the Department of Languages and Communication Studies at the Faculty of Communication and Business Studies, Trincomalee Campus, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, hosted an engaging *Workshop on Nonviolent Communication*. Held at the Main Auditorium of the FCBS Building, the session took place from 10.00 to 11.00 AM. The workshop was led by the esteemed resource person, Mr and Mrs Paul Schwartzentruiber, who offered invaluable insights into fostering understanding and empathy through nonviolent communication. This event successfully inspired attendees to cultivate meaningful and compassionate dialogue in various facets of life.

Skill Expo 2024

This year, 2021/2022 Batch, Department of Business and Management Studies, Faculty of Communication and Business Studies Trincomalee Campus, Eastern University Sri Lanka successfully hosted Skill Expo’ 24 on 5th of November 2024. This exhibition provided a platform for participants to showcase a diverse range of business-related skills, from entrepreneurship and marketing to financial management and leadership. It brought together professionals, students, and aspiring entrepreneurs, offering a valuable opportunity for networking, learning, and growth.

The exhibition not only highlighted the talents and capabilities of the participants but also created an environment of collaboration and idea exchange. It was an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain exposure, receive feedback, and make connections that could lead to future business opportunities.

Projects undertaken by 19/20 batch- Department of BMS

Ten different projects themed “Green Projects in FCBS new building, Trincomalee Campus” were carried out by the third-year students (2019/2020) of the Department of Business and Management Studies within the Campus premises. The inauguration ceremony was held on the 28th of October 2024 witnessing the Dean, Heads, and other staff of the Department of BMS. The students were grouped into ten and required to do a project under the theme of the subject Project Management (BMT/MMT/HRM/AFM/IMT 3063) to encourage the students to apply the Project Management concepts practically in the real world. Further, the students were tasked to present their projects and submit a report on the applications of the theory they made into practice, both of which were incorporated into their continuous assignments. The projects were initiated and guided by Mrs.G.Jathurika, Course Lecturer, and facilitated by the Department of Business and Management Studies, Trincomalee Campus.

Workshop on curriculum revision for the staff of FCBS

The Faculty Quality Assurance Cell of the Faculty of Communication and Business Studies, in collaboration with the Staff Development Center of Trincomalee Campus, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, organized a workshop on curriculum revision for the faculty staff on October 3, 2024. The workshop was held in the Faculty Boardroom.

The session was attended by the Dean of the Faculty, Heads of Departments, and the Academic staff, who actively participated in the proceedings. The workshop was facilitated by Dr. P. Elango, Acting Director of the Centre for Quality Assurance, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.