175th ANNIVERSARY OF ST MATTHEW’S COLLEGE – DEMATAGODA, SRI LANKA – by Charles Schokman I wonder, could it be by accident, a stroke of luck or the promptings of providence that I came across the website of St Matthew’s College, Dematagoda, Sri Lanka, only to realise much to my delight that on the 17th of July 2022 my college will be celebrating its 175th anniversary.   What an amazing achievement!  I consider it an honour to have the opportunity at the age of 93 to be part of the celebrations and congratulate my Alma Mater on reaching this historic milestone. Perhaps I may be the only oldest student alive? It is truly wonderful that this College has provided so many educational opportunities to so many generations throughout the years. Inspired by the College motto “Optima Semper Pete” which means to do your best always, the teachers instilled in the minds ...

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