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S. Thomas’ College Mount has scheduled the Bishop James Chapman Oration for October 6 at The Diocesan Chambers, Cathedral of Christ the Living Saviour, 368/3A Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7. According to a press statement by S.Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia, the programme will commence at 7.00 PM. Drawing on the enduring works and legacy of Bishop James Chapman, the oration will explore how ideas, institutions and traditions can withstand and adapt to changing times. The Inaugural Bishop James Chapman Oration will be made by Prof. Priyan Dias. S.Thomas’ College welcomes Prof. Dias, a distinguished Old Boy of the school and former Bishop Chapman Scholar, as the inaugural speaker of the Bishop James Chapman Oration. Prof. Dias graduated in Civil Engineering from the University of Moratuwa and obtained his doctorate from Imperial College, London. He is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Moratuwa and a Professor at SLIIT. Since 2020, he has been recognised among the top 2% of cited researchers worldwide in the Stanford–Elsevier database. The history of S. Thomas’ College offers a valuable critique of the present and a pointer to its future. The lecture will consider the enduring traits of Thomian character, while also reflecting on what else can be contemplated as the College moves forward. The fascinating history of science with examples of enduring scientific theories arrived at through analogical transposition across disciplines will provide another perspective on the importance of a well-rounded education. Networking and fellowship will follow. Those interested are requested to register for the event by completing the Google Form: https://forms.gle/PJawTsBVttCgyXot5
Further information about the event could be obtained by contacting Revan Weerasinghe 0777 877 844, Pulasthi Samaraweera 077 332 5551 or by logging on to [email protected]
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