Dr. D.P. Chandrasekara is appointed as the new Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Moratuwa, with effect from 5th October 2022. Dr. Chandrasekara who is an alumni of the University of Moratuwa obtained his first degree and the MSc. from the University of Moratuwa in 1983 and 1986 respectively. He obtained his PhD from the University of Colombo in 2017.
Prior to being appointed as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Chandrasekara served in the University as a Senior Lecturer, Head of the Department of Architecture and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and held many other administrative positions. As the Director-Planning and Rehabilitation, he contributed immensely to the infrastructure development of the University. Dr. Chandrasekara also holds the Associate Membership of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects.