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One step closer to the title!: SO XVII Semi Finals
By Nethu Lamahewa On the 9th of February at ENTC1, the University of Moratuwa the Speech Olympiad XVII semifinals competition commenced. The 12 outstanding semifinalists were ready to take center stage and deliver charm, wit and power through their speeches. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as the judges, contestants, friends and family gathered to…
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Over the Hills and Far Away – A Tale of Two Gavel Clubs: Mora-Pera joint meeting 2025
By Pankaja Waidyasekara Ah, the allure of the open road! The promise of shared oratory experiences, the whispered charm of the hilltop university, and maybe, just maybe, the chance to forge connections that go beyond mere friendship… Our recent inter-university meeting with the estimable members of Pera Gavel was, to put it mildly, an adventure…
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Voices unleashed! Speech Olympiad XVII Preliminary Rounds
Speech Olympiad, the annual intra-university speech contest organized by the Gavel Club of the University of Moratuwa, is a long-awaited event for all gaveliers and public speaking enthusiasts. The preliminary round was held on January 19, 2025, at the university premises, with the participation of over 75 enthusiastic contestants from all faculties. Not only were…
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Speakers Odyssey Workshop 2: Beyond Public Speaking
By Namal Dananjana The recent Speakers Odyssey workshop organized by the Gavel Club of the University of Moratuwa focused on enhancing public speaking skills, and featured keynote speaker Mr.Ravi Uduwela. The event commenced at 6 PM on the 12th of January and attracted participants eager to improve their oratory abilities. Mr.Ravi Uduwela is an accomplished…
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The treasure hunt in the heart of Colombo: Celebrating educational meeting #555
“WE MEET TO CREATE THE MEMORIES THAT WILL CARRY US THROUGH THE DEPTHS OF OUR SOLITUDE” Reni Eddo Lodge By Maryam Mubarak It is disheartening to note that we were compelled to conduct virtual meetings for a period of two and half months due to inevitable circumstances that were prevalent in the university atmosphere. Later,…
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New Year, New Voices: Gavel Awurudu 2024
By Akindu Kalhan As the vibrant colors of spring awaken nature, the hearts of many Sri Lankans fill with joy and anticipation. This is the season of Awurudu, the Sinhala and Tamil New Year when communities come together to celebrate cherished customs and traditions. Awurudu is more than just a holiday; it is a symbol…
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New Beginnings: Gavel Installation 2024
By Sasindi Peiris It was a Saturday evening filled with anticipation and excitement as the Gavel Club of University of Moratuwa prepared for its most anticipated Installation Ceremony. The air was filled with a sense of both reflection and anticipation, as we gathered to bid farewell to the outgoing executive committee and welcome the new executive committee.…
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A spine chilling symphony of humour and horror!
By Gihansa Kurukulasooriya Halloween-themed meeting! This was one of the most awaited gavel meetings of this year’s Gavel calendar. It was not only a Gavel meeting; it was also a funny night filled with terrifying howls and frightening wails of scary monsters. This amazing night was filled with scary and spine-chilling moments that everyone could…
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A Tapestry of Traditions and Joyous Celebrations – Gavel Avurudu 2023
By Disini Thevinka The Sinhala and Tamil New Year, colloquially known as ‘Avurudu’ is a time of profound joy, renewal, and heartwarming togetherness. Gavel Mora embraced this spirit wholeheartedly, getting ready to celebrate Avurudu in its own way. After having done a lot of celebrations virtually in the past years, Gaveliers were accustomed to online…
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Unleashing the Power of Words: Gavel Club’s 22nd Batch Orientation Meeting
By Udesh Dangalle Step into the world of Gavel Mora, where fear of public speaking dissipates, and confidence takes center stage. On a bright sunny day, the 22nd batch of students stepped into the welcoming arms of our Gavel Club, ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The orientation meeting was nothing…