Dr. Muhammad Samad, a Professor of Institute of Social Welfare and Research of Dhaka University (DU) has been appointed as the new pro vice-chancellor (Administration) of the University, reports UNB. Confirming the information DU Vice-chancellor Prof Md Akhtaruzzaman said Chancellor of the University President Md Abdul Hamid appointed him as Pro-Vice Chancellor for next 4 years.
The post fell vacant since September 4 of last year after the president appointed the former pro Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Prof Md Akhtaruzzaman as acting vice chancellor of the University. Prof Muhammad Samad is the running convener of DU Pro-Awami League Blue Panel Teachers and the president of Jatiyo Kobita Parishad.