Data Science Club of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University held its first installation ceremony at on 25th April 2023. Chief guest of the event was Deputy Vice Chancellor, defence and administration of KDU, Brigadier DCA Wickramasinghe, USP,USACGSA. The event attended by students, faculty members, and industry representatives.
This club was initiated by the undergraduates who follows BSc. Applied Data science communication degree program of languages department, Faculty of management social sciences and humanities. Head of the department, major Wimansa Abeywickrama and the course coordinator Ms. Esala Malawithanthri are the pillars of the success of the event as they encouraged the undergraduates to reach the spirited heights in industry.
The ceremony began with a welcome address by Mishka Marzook, the president of the club president, spoke about the club's mission to create a community of individuals who are passionate about AI and data science and are committed to advancing in these fields in a responsible and ethical manner.
The guest of honour of the ceremony was Dr. Charith Silva , a data scientist and an adjunct lecturer of KDU. He spoke about career paths and the challenges and rewards of working in data science and also offered advice to students who are interested in pursuing a career in this field.
EXCO members of the AI and Data science club

• ● President: Mishka Marzook

• ● Vice President: Thamal Chanakya

• ● Secretary: Maneesha Rajapakse

• ● Assistant Secretary: Poojani Ratnayake

• ● Treasurer: Dinusha Herath

• ● Membership chairperson: Chethana Rupasinghe

• ● Events Coordinator: Nipuna Senevirathne

The new officers were sworn in by Chief guest. The official website of AI and Data science club was launched at the ceremony. Dedication, untiring effort and teamwork of the club leads to the unbreakable journey in the field of data science.
The Data Science Club of the University is a new club, but it has already grown rapidly. The club offers a variety of activities and events for its members, including workshops, seminars, and hackathons. The club also has a strong mentorship program, which pairs students with experienced data scientists who can provide guidance and support.
The club's first installation ceremony was a success. The event was a great opportunity for the club to celebrate its accomplishments and to introduce itself to the university community. The club is looking forward to continuing to grow and to provide its members with the resources and support they need to succeed in the field of data science.