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THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER
LEO CLUB OF UNIVERSITY OF MORATUWA

Inside
Pahasara Hetak 01 Vidu Nanasa 07
Green Gateway 02 Leo Walk 08
Poem 02 Pancha Prayama 09
Beach Cleaning Campaign 03 Quizzy POP 10
wjqreÿ 04 A2 Sports Day 11
El Talento’18 05 Editors Note 12
Inspiration 06

An Imperial Legend of Eminence

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Pehesara Hetak
There are many forces that are waiting outside to
snatch the dreams, and lives of the younger generation,
from our country’s future. We, partly bear the
responsibility of securing those dreams and lives for
the countries sake. That is why, the Leo Club of
University of Moratuwa, launched this ‘Pehesara
Hetak’- Drug Addiction Prevention Program, with
the collaboration of National Dangerous Drugs
Control Board, to ensure a bright future for the
country’s children.
The main aim of the project series is to conduct
awareness sessions, regarding the prevention of drugs
and smoking addiction, among the school children
island wide. One such effort was successful on 16th

of March at Pinnawala National School, as

the second step of our program. There we
were able to aware the students about the bad
effects of dangerous drug consumption, and
the results of smoking. Bearing the hope of
continuing the program in schools all around
the country within the upcoming months we
concluded the day successfully.

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Green Gateway
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks”
We are an awesome creation of this nature and we will remain as a part of it forever.
There is no time for us to notice the beauty of nature because we are too busy with
our lives. In a time which we find ourselves distant from nature, we decided to
organize a club trip to enjoy the wonder of nature. We departed on 10th of March
to visit Sinharaja Forest Reserve, which is well known both as a world heritage and
a place full of nature’s wonders. The walk in the forest nurtured our mind, soul and
body with the miracles of natural forces. We realized that it is indeed a miracle
which we always depend apon.

- ñ;= ß fha kq U g -
kq U ud yuq j Q fid÷re fj,djl
is ; ;= < leájq K q f,x.;= l u f.k
kq U yuq j ka k g yeu fudfyd;lÈu
kq U oka f ka kE ux wdid nj

is k yj leáfldg
fifkyi ueÈfldg
ñ;= r elfï iq j foda f r .,k úg
fmfkk biõjl kq U oel .ka k g
kq U oka f ka kE ux wdid nj

bfïId Wodks

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Beach cleaning campaign
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else
will save it”
Every person in the world
has a responsibility to pay
the gratitude for what they
receive from the environment
in aid of their survival. Most
importantly they must focus
on not letting the environment
to be polluted through their
doing.
Cleaning is an additional matter that comes after the pollution. Attitudes
of people has become more corrupted as such, they never try to learn
how to enjoy the astounding beauty of nature without destroying it.
This is not an issue only in Sri Lanka but many around the world. The
initiative for the “Beach cleaning campaign” was taken because of this
reason as a twinning project. For that, LEO Club of University of
Moratuwa of 306A2 twinned with De Tyger LEO Club of 410A to clean
the beaches of Galle Fort Beach, Sri Lanka and Muizenberg Beach,
South Africa on 24th of March. At the end of the cleaning campaigns,
participants in both countries went for an after ice cream party to celebrate
the fellowship.
Though we were thousand miles apart the fragrance of the good deed
done on the day was blended with the thrilling smell of the sea breeze
and refreshed our minds.

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iqN w¨;a wjqreoaola fõjd
fldjq,a .S kdoh iuÕ trnÿ u,a yskefyk nlaufya jika;h, mßirfha fukau idudkH ck
cSú; j,o iqúfYaI fjkialï rdYshla we;s lr,Sug iu;a fjhs’ ta yd ine÷kq isxy, yd
yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreÿ W;aijh Y%S ,dxflah ck iudcfha iqúfYaI ia:dkhla w;alr .kS.
isxy, kË;%hg wkqj iQ¾hhd ók rdYsfha isg fïI rdYshg ixl%uKh ùu w¨;a wjqreÿ
Wodj ixfla;j;a lrhs. fuf,i w¨;a wjqreÿ Wodjg fmr kele;a j,ska f;dr jQ ld, iSudj,
fkdk.;h f,i y÷kajk w;r fuu fõ,dfõ oS mqKH lghq;= j, ksr; ùu iq,nj oel.;
yel.
w¨;a wjqreÿ Wodfjka wk;=rej ,nkakd jQ iqN kel;ska ,sm .sKs fu,ùu. wdydr msiSu iy
iqN kel;g wdydr wkqNjh, jev we,a,Su iy .kqfokq lsÍu isÿ flfrhs. óg wu;rj ysi
f;,a .e,aùu, /lS rËd i|yd msg;a ùu wdoS pdß;% jdß;% o uQ,sl;ajh .kshs.
isxy, yd yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreÿ W;aijh yd inef|k ck l%Svd rdYshls. mxp fl<sh, T<s|
fl<sh, TxÑ,s jdrï iy rnka .eiSu ta w;r iq,nh. kd.ßl ck cSú;hg jvd .%dóh
ck cSú;h ;=< wjqreÿ pdß;% ksjerosj wkq.ukh lsÍu oel.; yels w;r wjqreÿ W;aij
meje;aùu ;=<ska Tjqkaf.a iduQysl;ajh o úoHudk fjhs.
fï whqßka is;a ;=< mj;sk fkdukdmlï uÕyrjdf.k uÕyeÍ .sh in|;d w¨;a lr
.ksñka cd;Ska w;r iycSjkh iy ixialD;sl kEoElï we;s flfrk wmQre in|;djhla
isxy, yd yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreÿ W;aijh ;=<ska ms<sìUq fjhs.
tlS isxy, yd yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreÿ iuh oeka oeka t<ö we;s neõ wjg mßirh bÕs imhhs’
jika;h iuÕska l,t<s nisk isxy, yd yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreÿ Wodj Tfí .; is; m%fndaOu;a
lrk neõ fkdwkqudkhss.
,enqjd jQ isxy, yd yskaÿ w¨;a wjqreoao Tn ieug iduh, i;=g, fi!Nd.Hh imsß iqN kj
jirla fõjd hs fudrgqj úYaj úoHd,hSh ,sfhda iudcfha wms m%d¾:kd lrkafkuq.

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El Talento’18
Talents are limitless. If you are capable of doing something very
well then it is a talent of yours. Some may take time to come across
in finding the talent they have. But it is never too late to find the
hidden talent within you.
Until you find the talent of
yours, you will feel like an
ordinary person. But the
uniqueness of everyone in
the world is incomparable.
“El talento” which is
organized for the Leos in
the district by the Leo District Council 306A2, carries an opportunity
for them to perform their talents on a stage. This is mainly organized
in aid of one of the district projects ‘One rupee one child’. This time,
“El Talento’18” was held on 31st of March 2018 at Defense college
auditorium from 4.00 p.m. onwards.
It was a stunning evening for all the Lions and Leos who graced the
occasion. The breath-taking talents of the Leos in the District was
unbelievably outstanding. It is a privilege as Leos of the District
306A2 to take part in a massive event like “El talento” which gives an
experience of a lifetime.

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Are you unhappy when others are
succeeding?
Does your success seem dependent on someone else’s failure? Do you
have strong desire, jealousy, or resentment for something someone
else has? Envy is suitable word for describing this frame of mind.
Unfortunately, it is a widespread bad attitude which will rob you of your
energy, creativity, clarity of mind and enthusiasm for life, not only in Sri
Lanka but all over the world.
There are several problems we faced because of the envy such that If
you are envious of other people’s success that means, you will never be
satisfied with your achievements and you have no clue what you want
for your life. If you have a clear vision such that where you want to go
and what you need to get there, then you don’t need to care what another
person achieves or acquires.
Learn to be happy about other’s success and look forward to your own
success. Do not judge yourself based on what others have achieved but
rather based on what you want to achieve.

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Vidu nanasa
It is a necessity of a country to
build brilliant minds for the future
successions. Education is the key
to proceed on this mission. As Sri
Lankans we are privileged with
free education and there is no doubt
that most of us are here due to
that support. As UoM Leos we are
always willing to return our gratitude
for what we gained through this
education system. We always try our best to find schools with minimum
facilities, whom we can serve with maximum capabilities. Project “Vidu
Nanasa” is one of those events.

Together with the idea and the support from Lecturer Sanjaya Weerakkodi
of University of Ruhuna it was successfully held on 17th and 18th of March
2018 at Pudaluoya Jayahela National College from 8.00a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
under the “Siyak Sipsal” project series. This project was done aiming students
who are going to face the Ordinary Level Examination. They were given the
chance of engaging in all the practical sessions based on the syllabuses of
grade 10 and 11 which became a tremendous help for their examination.

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Leo Walk 2018-Walk for Humanity

All the Leos around Sri Lanka wanted to show the world that we will never
fall back whatever happens and we will gather and stay together as one family
with stronger bonds. Meantime, we got the chance to show our strength to
everyone, through the Walk for Humanity, “Leo Walk 2018”.
“Leo Walk 2018” which was organized by the Leo Multiple district 306, Sri
Lanka, was one of the biggest celebrations of Sri Lankan Leo History. We,
UoM Leos, walked together with around 2000 Leos and Lions marking the
60th year celebration of service and, Diamond Jubilee celebration of Leo Club
program.
As UoM Leos, we would like to thank all the organizers of the walk, who had
worked hard to give us the experience of best walk ever. After party of the
walk was held at Viharamahadevi park at the evening and concluded the event
with an amazing DJ night. All of us celebrated up to maximum, during both
the walk and the night, as one family and grabbed unforgettable experiences.

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Pancha Prayama

“Pacha Prayama” is a treasure hunt program, an inspiring event which was all
about core of Leoism. It was focused primarily on our Leo pledge and moved
ahead with five main targets which are mentioned in the Pledge as hands,
heart, ears, eyes and knowledge. Leo clubs of University of Moratuwa, SLTC,
Godigamuwa, Piliyandala, Maththegoda, Rahula College, Saegis Camps,
Baddegama and Polgasowita strived hard to organize this event on behalf of
the Leo district 306 A2. This was held on 1st of March 2018 at Sri Lanka
Technological Campus from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm. The event was chaired by
Leo Navod Kiriwaththuduwa director of leadership development in Leo
district 306 A2. Secretory was Leo Malki Paranawithana and treasurer was
Leo Hasitha Jayanath. More than 60 Leos took part in the treasure hunt
including 18 Leos from our University. At the beginning the participants were
divided in to 8 teams and by going through the tasks they had tremendous
opportunities to develop their leadership skills and make bunches of new
friends. The Opening ceremony was held with the participation of Past district
president Leo Kanil Maddhumage and Multiple District President Leo Pramod
Wimalathunga while the closing ceremony was held with the participation of
chairman for Leos Lion Anura Gunathilaka. It’s a must to mention here that at
the end of the day all of us could find the True Treasure, “Leoism” the true
essence of our movement. Also we should offer our regards to Leo Navodh
kiriwaththuduwa and all other organizing committee members for organizing
such a great joyful event for Leos to buildup themselves as promising young
leaders.

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Answer for the quiz in the
February issue: 22 times

Congratulation Nirmani Vithanage for

becoming the lucky winner of the January quiz!!!
The lucky winner for the February quiz
will be selected at the next Monthly
General Meeting of the Leo Club of
University of Moratuwa.
Solve the question and be the lucky winner to receive a 2000/=
worth gift voucher from Sarasavi Book shop!

?
In the Atlantic Ocean there is a pond
having a surface area of 300squre
meters and the depth of 40meters.
There was an ice cube floating in
the pond during the winter. It was
calculated that the volume of the
ice cube over the sea level is 3cubic
meters. when its summer the Ice
cube melted.
After melting the whole ice cube (Both over and under the water)
what is the height increase of the sea level?

Introducing the official Quizzy Pop online

portal with easy access.
Go to www.quizzypop.uomleos.org and
submit your answer online before the end
of April.

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A2 Sports day
A2 Sports day was another special day for the Leos of Leo district 306A2, where
they got the opportunity to show up their sportsmanship and competitive spirit,
while having lots of fun and unforgettable memories. This annual sports event was
organized with the objective of selecting Leos to represent in the Leo Olympics
which it was held at Boralesgamuwa Central College ground on 18th March. As
UoM Leos, we were able to take part in organizing this wonderful event under the
leadership of Leo Raveen Thalduwage.

The opening ceremony was started with the presence of Chef Guest, the
Chairmen of Leos, Lion Anura Gunathilaka. The Leos participated in this event
represented three houses, Gladiators, Titans and Vikings. The most attractive and
competitive event of the day was the Volleyball match. The team led by Leo Kalindu
Dissanayake was able to ensure the victory. “Vikings” became the champions of the
A2 Sports day 2018. Closing ceremony to distribute the awards was led by Multiple
District President Leo Lion Pramod Wimalathunga. We would like to express our
heartiest gratitude to the chairman of the event, Leo Raveen Thalduwage, District
president, Leo Kalindu Dissanayake and the team for organizing such a tremendous
event.

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Editors Note
Treasures are to be found for those who follow the
paths where none can travel without having hardships.
UoM Leos are always walking towards in fond of
treasure along the paths where no one ever tries to
walk through. Gold or Silver is not the treasure we
search, but the treasure of love, treasure of humanity,
treasure of nature and most of all the treasure of
happiness are what we seek. There was no stopping
in our journey of seeking treasures throughout these
years. It is a pleasure to keep up a record in “IT’S Leo Chamindi Jayaweera
US”, on the treasures we found so far and allowing (Editor)
you all to enjoy reading the adventures.
March was another month filled with many excitements to the UoM Leos in searching
new treasures. The treasure locations marked on the map had the pleasure of true
value we seek through them. “Pahasara Hetak”, “Vidu Nanasa”, “Green Gateway”,
“Panchaprayama”, “Sarana”, “Ipayum Nimawum” are some such projects we cherished
during the month. Apart from all of them biggest events such as “El Talento” and “Leo
Walk 2018” was also held on the month of March allowing us to enjoy during the busy
month while serving a remarkable purpose.
It is a great pleasure to address you in the 8th edition of “IT’S US” the official newsletter
of the Leo Club of University of Moratuwa. I would like to thank all the readers who
always becomes an encouragement for our adventures. Your gracious remarks and
criticism are always gives us the strength to take one more step ahead.
The great treasures are those invisible to the eye but felt by the heart. We are looking
forward to uncover such treasures more in the future. Keep in touch!

Leo Shanika Leo Supimi Leo Shirmila Leo Narmada Leo Anushka Leo Jayanga
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