The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaffna, in collaboration with the Centre for Open and Distance Learning (CODL), University of Jaffna, successfully held the Awarding Ceremony of the Certificate Course in Seminology (Laboratory Andrology – Batch 3) on Monday, 9th November 2026, at the CTRB Auditorium, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaffna.
The ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the oil lamp, followed by the welcome address delivered by Course Coordinator Professor S. Raguraman. Professor B. Balagobi provided an overview of the course, while Mr. Aingaran Pranavan, Medical Laboratory Technologist, District General Hospital, Kilinochchi, shared his reflections and experiences as a past student.
The programme also featured addresses by Dr. A. Saravanapawan, former Deputy Director of CODL, and Professor T. Velnampy, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jaffna.
This course marks an important step towards strengthening laboratory andrology services. The knowledge and practical skills gained by the participants will help them contribute to improving male reproductive healthcare in their respective communities through appropriate investigations and timely referral of individuals and couples experiencing fertility difficulties.
We extend our sincere appreciation to all the distinguished guests, academic staff, resource persons, organisers and participants who contributed to the success of this programme.
Congratulations to all the participants of Batch 3
