SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: The University of Kashmir (KU), Tuesday, appointed Prof Shariefuddin Pirzada as the varsity’s new Dean Academic Affairs. His appointment has been warmly received by the KU community, including officers of the administration, faculty, scholars and students.
Prof Shariefuddin Pirzada has a distinguished career at KU, having served as Dean, School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences and as Head, Department of Mathematics at various intervals. He holds a Ph D in Applied Mathematics from Aligarh Muslim University and has taught numerous courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
“Prof. Pirzada Sharief ud Din, Department of Mathematics shall function as Dean Academic Affairs w.e.f. 24.09.2024 for a period of three (03) years or till he attains the age of superannuation, whichever is earlier,” read a KU order.
In her congratulatory message, KU Vice Chancellor, Prof Nilofer Khan, expressed her confidence in Prof Pirzada’s abilities, stating, “Prof Pirzada’s vast experience in academia will be instrumental in guiding our academic programmes. I am sure that his leadership will bring innovative changes and encourage an environment of excellence in our institution.”
