Tag: Rotaract SLIIT
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Meet The Team – Kaavya Raigambandarage
“With cats as my companions, anime as my inspiration, Valorant as my battlefield, and ‘that’s what she said’ as my comic relief, I’m the embodiment of eccentricity.” With a decidedly strange quote from a decidedly stranger individual, we introduce to you one of our amazing assistant secretaries, Rtr. Kaavya Raigambandarage. Adamant her name is spelt…
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Meet The Team – Onelie Wijerupa
Ever wondered what the backstory of a treasurer is? Fear not, Rotaract Club of SLIIT’s treasurer has got all the tea to spill: “Once a humble penny-pincher, soon to be the Maestro of Magnificence! Watch out, world, because this year I’m going from ’empty pockets, big dreams’ to ‘bling-bling billionaire’ faster than you can say…
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Meet The Team – Nivasheni Balenthiran
“Call me one in a trillion, please. Thank you,” says our secretary. She smirks and winks at the onlookers, and morphs her face into a very serious, I-can-kill-you-with-one-report look; the audience feels a shiver crawl down their spines. But fear not, dear readers, she is not what she seems. It is my greatest pleasure to…
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Meet The Team – Dewmi Siriwardhane
Normally, hearing the words “Vice President” (VP), you would expect “accommodating, approachable, and welcoming.” However, this VP in particular has quite a way with words. “Don’t come too close to me; keep the distance”, is what they said after being asked for a quote. Clearly, they’re still living in the pandemic era. All jokes aside,…
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Meet The Team – Adeesha Ovitigala
“I like my laptop more than I like most of y’all.” A harsh quote, if any. But folks, don’t let that fool you; he is truly a fun and playful man at heart! This dynamic man embodies the spirit of service and leadership, guiding the club towards transformative change and impactful initiatives. Dear readers, it…
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Meet The Team – Lathushanan Koneswara
“Star of the show, with passion you blaze, Inspiring hearts in countless ways.” Quite an interesting quote, to say the least. The man behind it is just as, if not more, interesting. His mouth can pack a punch, and his words are razor sharp. Let me introduce you all to our Immediate Past President (IPP),…
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Meet The Team – Manisha Alwis
Have you ever wondered where the saying “She’s a girl with a heart of gold, strength untold, and a melody in every step she takes” originates from? Neither have I. Apparently, our President for the RI Year 2023–24 is the one who originally came up with the quote. Manisha Alwis is the literal embodiment of…
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Embracing Change: Transition Meeting 23/24
Change is the essence of growth and progress. Without it, there would be no reason to move forward or improve at what we do. This phenomenon becomes even more important in the dynamic world of Rotaract, where transitions signify an opportunity to usher in new perspectives, ideas, and visions. The Rotaract transition meeting is a…
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Uniting Forces: The 33rd Rotaract District Assembly
A warm summers day dawns, bringing with the anticipation and contained excitement for the day ahead. Bright and early, our dear members of Rotaract gather together, a cohort of bright colours and gleaming uncontrolled smiles simmering in their seats. There is suspense in the air, spreading through each table- a sense of wrong and right,…
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SYNERGIST ~ Day 02
A new dawn breaks through the horizon, lighting the sky up in hues of grey and purple, lighting up a silent bungalow. A fresh breeze blows in from that far line of purple, bringing with her the excitement and promise of a new day. She silently moves through the quiet house, laughs to herself remembering…
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SYNERGIST ~ Day 01
On a slow but eventful Saturday morning, the curtains rose on Project Synergist. It was a training session for the newly sworn-in Board of Officials of the Rotaract Club of SLIIT, promising two days of growth and adventure. Nestled in the charming Olivia Bungalow in Wattala, this project was more than just a training session;…
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A New Year Dawns: RI Year 2023-24
“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” – Seneca Change has always been, and will continue to be a constant part of life and an integral part of growth. This phenomenon has become more relevant than ever as we get ready to transition to a newly minted board of officials led by Rtr.…
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To Get to You
I’ve been runnin’ through the jungle To get to you I’ve been walkin’ through the alleyway To see the Brightside of the Moon To get to you I’ve been waitin’ through the clouds To catch the stars To get to you I’ve been crying with the dark clouds To get to you I’ve been looking…
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A Wife’s’ Lament
On a murky and a gloomy night. Black shadows pitch the land. Emitting dark and creepy light. With paints of ebony filling the sand. No light to wither the darkness. Just invisible sounds of blackness, Noises of insects shrouding my ears, With chilly touching of fears. Wind is turning the tides of waves. Quickly filling…
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Finding a True Love
Emily felt as though her entire world had been turned upside down when her long-term boyfriend left her for someone else. She believed that the agony would never go away because it was so severe. She kept seeing reminders of him, of their love, and of their future dreams everywhere she turned. She experienced a…
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