Improving a child’s mentality is the key to developing the future of children. Both physically and mentally, a child needs to experience good development. Children are like flowers; they deserve to shine. If this happens, we can create a peaceful world. Emotional, cognitive, and social development are essential, and a child’s improvement needs to start […]
How do you convince your friend to drink alcohol? Well, according to my group’s thoroughly researched and wildly creative brainstorming during Beyond Words-Phase 2 workshop held on 7th of December 2024, it involves a lot of charm and unbeatable logic. Before you judge us for (hypothetically) trying to persuade our friends to drink alcohol, let […]
As the year 2024 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on a journey of self-discovery and growth that began with a single, courageous decision, the decision to start improving myself. Looking back, I realize I have crossed significant milestones, moments when I dared to step out of my comfort zone. Each of these […]
It was Sunday, a weekend holiday that should have been relaxing, but I wasn’t feeling happy. Tomorrowwas Monday, a hectic day with an electronics laboratory session, and I still hadn’t prepared for it. Despitemy busy schedule and unfinished work, I decided to go out. You might wonder why I’m stepping out withso much on my […]
There’s one person even the ghost of chaos fears, and she’s the hypothetical Nobel Prize winner for being organized. Wait, who am I talking about? A question might arise in your curious mind. Well, she is none other than the Gavelier and Vice President Membership of the Gavel Club, University of Colombo, Nethmi Weerakoon! She […]
As 2024 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on a year filled with nostalgia and gratitude. It was a whirlwind of chaos and calm, laughter and tears, triumphs and challenges. Yet, amidst all these moments, one highlight stands out, Gavel 2024. More than just a club, it feels like a family, imparting profound […]
“What does Gavel mean to you?” This was one of the questions I was asked during my interview for the Gavel Subcommittee. In that moment, I gave an answer off the top of my head, it was an interview, after all, and I was feeling a bit nervous despite knowing most of the panel. But […]
“Some doors open with a creak; others burst open with the roar of a storm. Both lead to unforgettablehorizons of growth.” The thing about Gavel is, when an opportunity comes your way, like a sudden gust of wind, you must beswift to grab it. That’s exactly what happened on April 17th, 2024, when GV Shenuka, […]
You can assure everyone that this will not be a fairy tale.You were a little girl who dreamed of being on top of everything.But unfortunately, your dreams were crushed every time. At the age of 10, you wanted to score well on the scholarship exam,but your cousin scored higher.At the age of 11, you wanted […]
Achieving success is remarkable, but sustaining it over a decade is truly incredible. The Gavel Club of University of Colombo has finally reached this milestone, celebrating 10 years of continuous growth and achievement on November 1st, 2024. For a decade, the club has nurtured countless talented individuals, shaping them into successful people and shining as […]