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Organised by the Student Society, this event served as a testament to the campus&#8217;s dedication to fostering an inclusive, multicultural environment. By engaging in these cross-cultural experiences, students were able to develop vital social skills, such as communication and mutual understanding, essential for success in today\u2019s diverse world.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7ecc40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7ecc40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The celebrations commenced with the Kiri Uthurana ceremony, a cherished tradition symbolising prosperity, happiness, and new beginnings. 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Adding to the cultural depth of the event, the &#8220;Awurudu Kumari and Kumara&#8221; competition encouraged students to express their cultural identity and take pride in their heritage.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60abf9d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60abf9d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The festivities concluded with an award ceremony to recognise the achievements and commitment of the participating students. 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