Sri Lanka’s first Mobile American Space, the “USBus”, was officially launched at the University of Kelaniya by the US Embassy in Sri Lanka, in partnership with Sarvodaya-Fusion.Commenting on the launch, US Ambassador Julie Chung said the project will connect students with American innovation, leadership, and learning across Sri Lanka for the next 18 months.
“The USBus will deliver three days of immersive programming here at Kelaniya. And throughout the next 18 months, it will continue its journey to universities and community hubs across the country—from Sri Jayewardenepura and the University of Colombo to NSBM, Moratuwa, NIE, SLIIT, and Peradeniya and beyond. By the end of 2026, our little USBus will have been to every province and seen more of this beautiful island than even I have,” Ambassador Chung said, addressing the launch event.
She said: The USBus will deliver three days of immersive programming here at Kelaniya. And throughout the next 18 months, it will continue its journey to universities and community hubs across the country—from Sri Jayewardenepura and the University of Colombo to NSBM, Moratuwa, NIE, SLIIT, and Peradeniya and beyond. By the end of 2026, our little USBus will have been to every province and seen more of this beautiful island than even I have!
Each stop will feature a unique blend of programming typically offered by our network of American Spaces: STEM for Youth, led here by Fulbright Researcher Olivia Mitchell, combining environmental science with interactive math and technology challenges; American English, taught by our expert English Language Fellows, Judith and Kevin, focusing on practical, everyday communication skills that open doors globally; Entrepreneurship Bootcamps, exploring American innovation, the entrepreneurial mindset, and how students can be changemakers in their own communities.
And of course, we’re bringing EducationUSA, who will offer advising sessions and Q&As to help you pursue study opportunities in the U.S. In between sessions, students will enjoy fun, interactive activities at the USBus booth: Virtual reality experiences featuring the America250 journey, Photo booths to share your version of the “American Dream,” 3D printing demonstrations showcasing innovation in action and distribution of swag, so you can take home a piece of the USBus experience.”