Roshan Jayawickrema is undoubtedly a mathematical genius who began winning prizes in this subject from the time he was very young. He ended a brilliant school career at Asian International School having gained distinction at all the Edexcel exams. Imperial College offered him a place for undergraduate studies but he opted for the University of Warwick which offered him a full scholarship after he won the award in the competition "Tsunami Regeneration' open to all students of Tsunami affected countries. The award was for four full years of study in Engineering at the University of Warwick.

Roshan graduated from the University of Warwick in MEng Civil Engineering and is now working for Barclays Capital in the City of London. His academic skills have not narrowed his interests: rather they have helped him to do many things unusually well. At Asian International School he helped to computerize the school Library. He represented the school in Chess, Swimming and Cricket. He was a fine debater and a shining light of the English Literary Association. The latest letter sent by the University of Warwick to Colombo schools describes Roshan as "an engaging and dynamic personality".

Roshan proves the belief that all mathematicians are good musicians. He formed a musical group at AIS named "Burn Out' and this Band was selected the Best Western Band in the All Island Youth Music Competition sponsored by Pepsi. In addition, he plays the Piano, the Organ and the Guitar. His brilliant school career was echoed at University where he still commands tremendous respect to have been chosen as their spokesman abroad where he will speak to students giving them an insight into student life in the UK. "He still maintains close links with us and visits the University regularly to take part in Sri Lankan Society events as well as being a guest DJ at Students' Union events," says Andrew Plant of Warwick.

"We are very proud of Roshan and are grateful to AIS", says Roshan's Geo-Physicist father, Mr. N. T. A. Jayawickrema. His wife agrees enthusiastically saying, "We thank AIS so very, very much. Teachers like Mr. Eustace will never be forgotten."