Assistant Librarian
kaushalya@lib.rjt.ac.lk/ erandakaushalya1@gmail.com
+9471 894 5214/ +9425 2266 694
Education
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- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Library and Information Science with first class, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka (2017 – 2021) – (Batch Top & Faculty Top)
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- MSSC in Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka (Reading)
Professional Qualifications
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- Completed Diploma in HRM, IMBS Green Campus, Sri Lanka (2019-2020)
- Completed Diploma in English, Britishway English Academy, Sri Lanka (2021)
- Completed Advanced Networking Course in Information Technology Center, University of Kelaniya (2018)
- Completed Information Technology Certificate Course in Information Technology Center, University of Kelaniya (2018)
- Completed Computer Literacy Certificate Course in Information Technology Center, University of Kelaniya (2017)
- Completed Information Technology Certificate Course (ITSS) in Faculty of Social Science (2020)
- Completed Certificate Course in Tamil Language, University of Kelaniya (2018)
- Completed Certificate Course in English Language, University of Kelaniya (2019)
- Completed Certificate in Basic English , Kings College (online), London (2020)
- Completed Certificate in Marketing Strategy Fundamentals (online), SMstudy, India (2020)
Memberships of Professional Bodies/Associations
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- Non – Corporate Member of Sri Lanka Library Association
- Former Member of the Organizing Committee, 5th International Conference on Library and Information Management-2023, Organized by the Department of Library and Information Science of the University of Kelaniya.
- Former Editor of Conference Volume of the 5th International Conference on Library and Information Management-2023, Organized by the Department of Library and Information Science of the University of Kelaniya.
- Former President of English Society, Student Association, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, 2019
Research Interests
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- Human Library
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- Information Literacy
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- Digital Literacy
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- Artificial Intelligence
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- Sustainability
Subjects
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- Classification
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- Cataloguing
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- Indexing
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- Digital Library
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Appointments
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- Assistant Librarian, Main Library, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (From June 2025 to present)
- Assistant Librarian, Sri Lanka Law College (From January 2024 to June 2025)
- Temporary Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka (From October 2022 to December 2023)
- Junior Librarian, Kaatsu International University (KIU) ( December 2021 to October 2022)
Awards
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- Most Ven. Professor Bambarande Siriseevali Memorial Gold medal for the best performance in Faculty of Social Sciences, Degree Examination of 2018/2019
- Gold Medal for the Best performance in Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Degree Examination of 2018/2019
- Professor Piyadasa Ranasinghe Memorial Gold Medal for highest Marks for Library and Information Sciences Faculty of Social Sciences, Degree Examination of 2018/2019
Publications
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- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2021, November). Functionalization of the Human Library Concept in Sri Lanka : University of Colombo Library, University of Sri Jayewardenepura Library, Athurugiriya Public Library [Paper presentation]. 4th International Conference , Department of Library & Information Science, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. and Tharuka, M.G (2023, October). An Investigative Study of the Contribution of Public Libraries to Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Sri Lanka : From the Western Province [Paper presentation]. Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities – URSSSH, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Amarasooriya, Y.W.N.D and Wijerathne, M.G.H.K (2023, November). Disaster Mitigation in Libraries : A Study based on the National Museum Library of Sri Lanka [Paper presentation]. 5th International Conference , Department of Library & Information Science, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. and Maduwanthi, S.A.I (2023, November). A case study on COVID 19 pandemic: Challenges related online education on students of Galewela division [Paper presentation]. Young Scientists’ Conference on Multidisciplinary International [Virtual] Conference, Young Scientists’ Association National Institute of Fundamental Studies (YSCMR) ,Sri
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2024, September). Evaluating the Role of Law Libraries in Enhancing Legal Research Skills: A Literature Review [Paper presentation]. 2nd International Multi – Disciplinary Desk Research Conference (DRC), Library, University of Kelaniya, Sri
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2024, October). Exploring Artificial Intelligence Utilization among Students at the University of Kelaniya [Paper presentation]. 14th International Conference of University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ULA), Sri
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2024, December). Challenges in Learning English as a Second Language: A Review of Linguistics, Cultural, Psychological and Educational Barriers [Paper presentation]. One Week International Collaborative Seminar Series (Hybrid Mode) on Social Issues and Challenges in Current Scenario – A Multi- Disciplinary Approach (ISSICCS), Research Center for Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. and Liyanaarchchi, Buddhika (2025, February). The Role of Law Libraries in Digital Transformation, Scholarly Communication and Sustainability: A Literature Review [Paper presentation]. International Conference on Library and Information Science (ICBSL 2025), Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu,
- Liyanaarchchi, Buddhika and Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2025, February). The Impact of Modern Technology on Legal Education: Based on Apprentices at Sri Lanka Law College [Paper presentation]. International Conference on Library and Information Science (ICBSL 2025), Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu,
- Wijerathne, M.G.H.K. (2025,April). AI and Digital Transformation in Libraries : A Paradigm Shift in Knowledge Management [Paper presentation]. International Research Conference of Library (IRCL 2025), Library Network, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
