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2013 Volume 1 | Aug – Dec Issue
! Editor’s Note
Friends Overseas An Article from Rotaract Club of Tucson
bits and Bytes from Rotaract Club of SLIIT
Fun Fiber Facts Cover story – Some interesting facts about fiber optics
www.rotaractsliit.org
appy New Year புத்தாண்டு… No matter where you call home across the country,
The Rotaractors of SLIIT gather hand in hand to wish you all a very peaceful and a
prosperous new year. May each day of this year bring new hopes, opportunities and values
to your lives.
Since we are still in the very beginning of a brand new year, I thought to make space for an
article that I happened to read a couple of days back. I think this will help as New Year
signifies a new beginning. To flip open a fresh calendar, with its 12 pristine, as-yet-
unmarked months, is perhaps one of the most universally hopeful acts we humans perform:
finally, a chance to shrug off a year’s worth of worries, conflicts, and mistakes; finally, a
chance to start over.
“Every year you set new goals for yourself. If you are like most Americans, by February, your resolve is
waning, and by May, you do not even remember your resolutions. Then, on Dec. 31, you berate yourself
saying, how did I waste a whole year?
This year can be different! Pick only two or three strategies from the list below and implement them today.
Then, instead of scolding yourself on Dec. 31, 2014, you will be able to say, Look how much I
accomplished this year!
Write it down. You have heard it before, but the truth is writing down your goals forces you to get clear
about what you want. Use a pen and paper (you can transfer it to your computer later). That simple physical
act helps cement the desire in your brain.
Find a replacement. In The Compound Effect, Darren Hardy explains one way to break a bad habit is to
replace it with a good one. What can you choose to add to your life that will fill the void left by eliminating a
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Editors Note Rtr. Ridmi Jayasena
Rtr. Hasini Pulara
bad habit? For example, replace TV time with family time, candy with fresh fruit, and talk radio with
inspiring audios.
Tell someone. Talking about your goal—even if it seems huge and impossible—allows others to encourage
and help you by providing resources and information you may need.
Take baby steps every day. Even small steps taken toward your goal consistently will move you in the right
direction. Once you experience a few small wins, taking bigger steps becomes easier.
Take some BIG steps. Do not take all year to do what you can accomplish in a day. Once you have written
down your list of goals for the year, figure out which goals could be accomplished this month—or even
today.
Decide and act. Mental hurdles may keep you from making decisions and taking action. Get over it! Make a
list of all the reasons you want to accomplish your stated goal. Refer to that list when indecision or inaction
threatens to take control.
Team up. Even if you do not share the same goal, having a “success buddy” can keep you accountable.
Meet weekly (in person or by phone) to check in on and encourage each other.
Celebrate your successes. Every time you reach a milestone, acknowledge your accomplishments in a
positive way. For example, if you drop a dress size, buy a new outfit. If you pick up a new client, have dinner
with a mentor. Celebrating your success will keep you focused on the larger goal.”
- http://www.success.com/article/happy-new-year
We have packed this issue with news, entertainment, and plenty of facts in many other
fields. Moreover, if this issue is any indication, we are in for a great year of innovation ahead
of us. Meet us back here with the next editorial. We will always appreciate your feedback on
Here is to a safe, healthy, and prosperous new year!
Fitness buffs and IT gurus both have one thing in common: they both love their fiber. Of
course, fiber optics is what the IT crowd could be talking about, and not dietary
requirements for building a ripped body. Fiber optics may not help one prepare for a
summer at the beach or a weight lifting competition, but it certainly is appealing and strong
from an IT standpoint. Here are ten fun facts about why fiber optics those are worth
considering:
1.) Fiber Optics is thinner
Fiber is thinner and smaller, which could be the basis for many fiber jokes if one were to be
creative. Here is an idea: Choose fiber because thinner and smaller means fewer painful
blockages…data blockages! The possibilities are nearly endless, but the fact of the matter is
that copper and other forms of metal wiring can only be drawn so thin, but fiber optics can
be much smaller.
2.) Fiber Optics is Lightweight
Smaller also means more lightweight, and anyone who eats a lot of fiber knows the benefit
of being lightweight. From the standpoint of an installer, fiber optical cabling is easier to
work with and transport.
3.) Fiber Optics are more Secure
Fiber is more secure. Just thinking of all the bad jokes that could come from this is stomach
turning, but the security benefits are tangible. Security is important, and the onus is often
on the company that owns and/or runs the cabling. It is
far easier to tap into electrical wiring than it is to tap
into fiber optic wiring in a surreptitious manner.
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Fun Fiber Facts
4.) Fiber Optics is Binary
Fiber is either dark or it is not…let’s not even make comparisons to the other fiber in this
regard because we all know where that joke would end up. Because fiber optic systems do
not interfere with one another, and there is no such thing as a residual lighting charge, fiber
optic is the perfect medium for exchanging digital data. Digital data is innately binary, so on
or off works far better than signaling based on electrical thresholds.
5.) Fiber Optics is more efficient:
Signals sent over fiber optics do not degrade nearly as quickly as those sent over copper
wiring do. Light and electricity may travel at the same speed, but electricity transiting
through any medium degrades. The greater the distance, the poorer the resultant signal.
Fiber optics does not degrade nearly as fast, and there is virtually no signal loss in many
situations. This means fewer sub-stations to maintain signal quality, which in turn means a
lower infrastructure investment and obligation. Lower bottom lines are great for businesses
and consumers. Strangely enough, there does not seem to be a ready dietary fiber joke that
can fit in well with signaling.
6.) Fiber Optics uses less energy:
Start small, get big and stay that way. The dietary fiber jokes that could go with that line are
simply too numerous and unsettling to contemplate. Metal wiring of any kind has a finite
tolerance for electricity, and that tolerance degrades over time. This means that no matter
what compression algorithms are applied to data, at the end of the day the wire is going to
be a limiting factor. Fiber optics does not share this limitation, as simply upgrading the
equipment on both ends of a fiber optic wire will result in better performance. Furthermore,
the fiber optical cabling does not degrade over time the
same way that wiring does.
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Extracted from: http://www.highspeedexperts.com/fun-fiber-facts/
asy IT” was a Revision Session
conducted by the Rotaractors of
SLIIT for the students of Rajapaksa Central
College, Weeraketiya who are facing their
GCE Ordinary Level examination this year.
Rtr. Isuru who was an old boy of the
Rajapaksa Central College, Weeraketiya,
chaired this. In this session, we focused on
the Information Communication
Technology course, which was an optional
subject in the O/L curriculum.
On 19th November 2013, a few members
of the club reached the school around
8.30 am as the session was scheduled
from 9 am to 12 noon.
The session was conducted under four sub
sessions, where we covered the areas on
the syllabus that the majority of the
students found difficult. Then we provided
them with a model paper: this was the
Final paper of ICT of the Western Province
for the year 2012. Then we also had a
Q&A session allowing
students to raise
questions on the areas
that are not clear to
them. Finally, we had a
practical session for the
students.
The day was a success as
we could literally see a
development in the students
as the day ended.
“E
EasyIT ‘13 Chaired By: Rtr. Isuru Buddika Udayanga
ednesday, November 20, 2013 was
a day to remember as we all were
able to bring smiles to those innocent
faces of the children at Battaramulla
Children’s Orphanage. There were about
20 children of age 2 to 12, whose parents
were either dead, in the prison or had
abandoned those children. We gathered
at the place around 2 p.m. as we were
treating them with tea. The majority of
those children were schooling so we
waited for all of them to return from
school.
We had some games planned for them
one was passing the hat. They enjoyed it a
lot while one of their friends got hold of
the hat and had to perform something.
They actively participated in those events,
and it seemed that they were having a
great time with us. We played songs that
they requested allowing them to sing
along with us.
Watching them enjoying the
food and beverages we
served, the excitement when
unwrapping our gift packs
and the speech delivered by
one of the kids at the end of
the day brought tears to our
eyes.
The event was a great
success and indeed a new and sensitive
experience for all of us.
W
Chaired By: Rtr. Kavinda Madiwaka,
Rtr. Shanaka Katugampala
aftiesta” was an open event
which was organized by the
Rotaract Club of Sri Lanka
Institute of Information Technology
(SLIIT), which was held on 30th November
2013 in Kitulagala. This was held with the
participation of more than 50 enthusiastic
and marvelous Rotaractors of island wide
Rotaract Clubs and non-Rotaractors.
The participants were clustered into
groups of six members, where each team
was asked to come up with unique
nametags. Professionals of the field made
the competitors aware with the way they
have to raft, precautions that should be
taken and other crucial safety
information. We selected the best troupe
who ended their adventurous path within
the shortest amount of time as the
winners.
The winners were the
Fasters (rugby team of SLIIT)
who walked away with the
cash prize of Rs.15,000.00
as they were able to
complete the whole
distance of five kilometers
with in a lesser amount of
time than the rest of the
team. The rest of the
participants took a once in a lifetime
experience back home with them.
“R
Chaired By: Rtr. Nirmal Katagoda
aloka Pooja 2013” was an event held
in remembrance of all the Sri
Lankans who we lost due to the Tsunami
disaster on 26th December 2004.We planned
to light 1000 lamps in their memory at Sri
Sudarshanarama Viharaya, Pittugala as we are
ending the ninth consecutive year after the
loss of hundreds of Sri Lankans.
We lit the oil lamps after doing all our
oblations. Afterwards we also had a short
Dharma Deshanaya by the Head Priest
(Nayaka Thero) of the temple.
“A
Chaired By: Rtr. Hasini Pulara
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The event “Code Fest-2013” was one of
the major events which occurred in the
previous year. The Faculty of Computing,
was privileged in organizing the whole
event successfully. The RCSLIIT took the
responsibility in the School Category quiz
competition. We helped our lecturers
from room arrangements to hall
inspecting during the competition. The
day ended up with heaps of new
experience to each one of us. On that
note, I must add this was such a privilege
for all of us, and we make this the
opportunity to thank Mr. Indraka
Udayakumara (Senior Lecturer) – the
coordinator of the event, for having faith
in us. All lecturers for their patience and
kindness they showed us throughout the
day.
Volunteered in the School Category quiz competition
Go select a shape of your choice and CLICK on that. See whether the description
describes you!!! Have fun but hey no cheating!
Circle
Square
Squiggle
Rectangle
Triangle
Some people believe there are five basic personality types, and each type tends to prefer
a different shape. Knowing whether you, your co-workers and friends are squares,
rectangles, circles, triangles, or squiggles just might help you build better careers, teams,
and friendships. Here is what each shape might say about you – and how you can
recognize other people for their shapes.
If you are a RECTANGLE:
You are a courageous (brave), exciting, and inquisitive explorer who always searches
for ways to grow and change. You enjoy trying things you have never done before and love
asking questions that have never been asked. You like structure, and will often be the person
to be sure things are done the proper way, taking all rules and regulations into consideration.
When you are given a task you will start organizing it to be sure, it can be done in the most
systematic way.
How to spot a rectangle:
These people often have “fleeting eyes and flushed faces.” They also tend to giggle and they
like variety. For example, they will come into work early or late — but not on time. In Addition,
those who have offices tend to be disorganized with a mishmash of furniture.
If you are a SQUARE:
You are an organized, logical, and hardworking person who likes structure and rules.
However, sometimes you have trouble making decisions because you always want more
information. You feel most comfortable in a stable environment with clear directions on what
to do. You tend to like things that are regular and orderly. You will work on a task until it is
finished, no matter what.
How to spot a square:
They appear to move “straight,” use precise or specific gestures, love routine, and are
very concerned with detail. They are also very neat in their appearance and their personal
workspace. They do a lot of planning and are always prompt.
If you are a TRIANGLE:
You are a born leader who is competitive, confident, and can make decisions.
You also like recognition. You are goal oriented and enjoy planning something out and
then doing it (you are motivated by the accomplishment). You will tend to look at big
long-term issues, but might forget the details. When given a task you set a goal and
work on a plan for it. American business has traditionally been run by triangles and,
although usually men, more women are taking those roles today.
How to spot a triangle:
They have powerful voices, love to tell jokes, and they play as hard as they
work. They also tend to be stylish dressers.
If you are a CIRCLE:
You are social and communicative. There are no hard edges about you. You handle
things by talking about them and smoothing things out with everybody. Communication is
your first priority. When given a task, you will want to talk about it. You are a “people
person,” with lots of sympathy and consideration for others. You listen and communicate
well and are very perceptive about other people’s feelings. You like harmony and hate
making unpopular decisions.
How to spot a circle:
They are friendly, nurturing, persuasive, and generous. They tend to be relaxed and
smile a lot. They are talkative, but have a mellow voice. They also have a full laugh and like
to touch others on the shoulder and arm.
If you are a SQUIGGLE:
You are “off-the-wall” and creative. You like doing new and different things most of
the time and get bored with regularity. When given a task, you will come up with bright
ideas about to do it. However, you do not think in a deliberate pattern from A to B to C.
Instead, you tend to jump around in your mind, going from A to M to X.
How to spot a squiggle:
They can be “flashy,” dramatic, and extremely creative – and they do not like highly
structured environments. Both men and women squiggles tend to be funny and very
expressive. They also have great intuition. Most performers and writers are squiggles
Talk of the month
For successfully completing
the “Aaloka Pooja 2013”
For being awarded as the
“Rotaractor of the month
(July)” for the Rotaract
District.
For successfully
completing the
event “Shining
Bright”
Kavinda Shanaka
Nirmal
Hasini
Plus Ones
Michella Thalagala
Anu Weerarathne
Nilu Lunuwila
Chethiya Rathnayake
Lahiru Malaka
Nilupul Udagedara
Ridmi Jayasena
Nipuna Kumarage
Mahesh Madusanka
Hi there…
My Favorite
Color is Green
Food is Vanilla Ice cream
Drink is 7UP
Music is Anything
Person is My mum
Book/Movie is Zero Dark Thirty
Place is London
Outfit is Denim & T-shirt
Friend is I have many friends
Role Model is My dad
Line is Never give up
Friends overseas
he Rotaract Club of Tucson was chartered in January 2011 with the Catalina Rotary Club
as our sponsor. We are a group of young professionals and students who are
committed to service above self to help our community.
The Rotaract Club of Tucson completes monthly service events with local nonprofits
like; Ben's Bells, Iskashitaa, The Food Bank, Tú Nidito and the American Diabetes
Association. Our club also supports our sponsoring and other local Rotary Clubs with their
service projects. In June 2012, the Rotaract Club of Tucson held their first event to benefit
Ben's Bells (a local Tucson organization working on promoting kindness). The Rotaract Club
of Tucson executed a Disney Themed Pub Quiz and raised $1700 for Ben's Bells. With this
money Ben's Bells was able to provide Kindness Programs to three local schools for an
entire semester!
Since July 2013, our small club has completed over 180 hours of service!
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Specialty
To the Managing Director, SLIIT
Professor Lalith Gamage (B.Sc. Eng. Moratuwa, PhD. Br. Col.)
To all the Deans of SLIIT
o Dr. Malitha N. Wijesundara (BEng (Hons) Warwick, PhD. NUS, MIEEE) Dean/Faculty of Computing & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Dr. Koliya Pulasinghe (BSc. Eng (Hons) Moratuwa, PhD. Saga, MIET, MIEEE,
AMIE (SL)) Dean/Faculty of Graduate Studies & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Dr. Mahesha Kapurubandara (BSc. Colombo, MSc Comp.Sc. AIT, PhD Australia) Dean International & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Dr. Theekshana Suraweera (BSc. (Hons) Sri J. ,MSc ,MBA, PhD. New Zealand)
Dean/Faculty of Business & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Professor. T. Ashok Peiris (BSc.(Hons) Moratuwa, D.Eng Japan, DIC &MSc.UK) Dean/Faculty of Engineering & Professor
To the Rotary Club of Battaramulla for being the most supportive Parent Club of all.
o President Rtn. Major. General Susil Chandrapala
o Past District Governor Rtn. Gehan Siribaddana
o Youth Adviser Rtn. Sri Kandasamy
o Secretary Rtn. Taniya Weerasooriya
o Rtn. Channa Marambe
To the Department Heads of SLIIT
o Mr. Nuwan Kodagoda Head/Department of Information Technology & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Dr. Samantha Thelijjagoda Head/Department of Information Management & Senior Lecturer (HG)
o Dr. Shiromi Karunaratne Head/Electrical & Computer Engineering, Senior Lecturer (HG)
To Lecturers-in-Charge of Rotaract Club of SLIIT for being our Inspiration, strength
and for keeping us going
o Senior Lecturer Ms. Antoinette Hettiaratchy
o Senior Lecturer Ms. Nimalika Fernando
o Senior Lecturer Mr. Lakmal Fernando
To all Rotaractors who were there for us in our need and for being our strength.
To non Rotaractors who helped us in many ways to make all our events a success
To Family and Friends
See you all in
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