Distinguished Achievement by the Commerce Students, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Jaffna
The illustrious “Magnet 2023” inter-University debate competition, hosted by the University of Colombo, drew forth competitive teams from esteemed universities across Sri Lanka. Among these exceptional participants were the students from the Department of Commerce at the University of Jaffna. Demonstrating their competence in critical thinking, our students not only engaged in the event but also secured a coveted place in the grand finale of this prestigious contest. The preliminary rounds of the competition were conducted via Zoom, with the first round taking place on July 7th, 2023. In this initial stage, the team emerged victorious against Sabaragamuwa University, securing a well-deserved place in the semifinals. Continuing their impressive journey, the team succeeded once again in the semifinals held on August 14th, 2023, this time outshining the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
The pinnacle of this extraordinary journey reached its crescendo on August 25th, 2023. The championship round, conducted in person at the University of Colombo, provided an arena for our team to engage in a battle of wits against their peers from the University of Colombo. In an exhilarating culmination, our students exhibited their critical thinking, and persuasive abilities, securing the distinguished position of 1st Runner-Up in the final rankings. This commendable achievement highlights their dedication, hard work, and skillful articulation throughout this rigorous competition. It not only reflects their individual capabilities but also underscores the Department of Commerce’s commitment to nurturing talented and proficient debaters.
Team consists of following members
- Krishnanghi Krishnasamy
- Tharshana Chandrakumar
- Shevodi Perera
- Nimashi Thakshila
