Department of Civil Engineering (DoCE) is pleased to announce that as of the 29th October 2024, Professor Udeni Nawagamuwa is now the Head of the Department of Civil Engineering. Professor Udeni Nawagamuwa is an accomplished academic with an international reputation as a leading Sri Lankan scholar whose research provides considerable insight into the area of Geotechnical Engineering, with a specific focus on earth retaining structures, ground improvement techniques, and topics related to geo-environmental engineering. We congratulate Professor Nawagamuwa on the new appointment and look forward to a bright future with him at the DoCE. His exceptional expertise and visionary leadership are sure to elevate the department to greater heights of excellence.