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Emajuddin Ahamed
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এমাজউদ্দীন আহমদ
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Ahamed in December 2008
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| Vice-Chancellor of the University of Dhaka | |
| In office 1 November 1992 – 31 August 1996 |
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| Preceded by | Mohammad Moniruzzaman Miah |
| Succeeded by | Abul Kalam Azad Chowdhury |
| Vice-Chancellor of University of Development Alternative | |
| In office 2002–2016 |
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| Succeeded by | Rafiqul Islam Sharif |
| President of Asiatic Society of Bangladesh | |
| In office 2004–2007 |
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| Preceded by | Abdul Momin Chowdhury |
| Succeeded by | Sirajul Islam |
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| Born | 15 December 1933 Malda district, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Died | 17 July 2020 (aged 86) Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Spouse | Begum Selima Ahamed |
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| Occupation | Educationist |
| Awards | full list |
Emajuddin Ahamed (born December 15, 1933 – died July 17, 2020) was a famous Bangladeshi expert in politics, a writer, and an educator. He was the 21st Vice-Chancellor of the University of Dhaka from 1992 to 1996. A Vice-Chancellor is like the main leader or head of a university. In 1992, he received the Ekushey Padak award from the Government of Bangladesh for his great work in education.
Early Life and Learning
Emajuddin Ahamed was born in the Malda district of West Bengal. This area was part of British India at that time. Later, his family moved to the Chapai Nawabganj District in Bangladesh.
He started his schooling in Rajshahi. He earned his first university degree from Rajshahi College. After that, he became a lecturer (a type of teacher) at a government college. He even became the principal, which is the head, of that college.
In the mid-1970s, he received a special scholarship. This allowed him to study at Queen's University at Kingston in Ontario, Canada. There, he earned a PhD degree. A PhD is the highest university degree you can get. He studied political science, which is the study of how governments work.
His Work and Career
When Emajuddin Ahamed came back to Bangladesh, he joined the University of Dhaka. He became a senior lecturer in the political science department. Later, he became a full professor.
He started writing a lot about his research. He also wrote about the general politics of Bangladesh. He wrote many books about the country's political situation.
Before becoming the Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University in 1992, he served two terms as a "pro-vice chancellor." This role is like a deputy or assistant to the main Vice-Chancellor. He retired from Dhaka University in 1996.
In 2002, he became the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Development Alternative. He also worked with the Asiatic Society of Bangladesh. This society focuses on studying the history and culture of Asia.
In 1992, he was honored with the Ekushey Padak. This award recognized his important contributions to education in Bangladesh.
Family Life
Emajuddin Ahamed was married to Begum Selima Ahamed. They had five children together. They had three daughters and two sons. They also had eleven grandchildren. Sadly, their youngest daughter passed away in 1997.
His daughter, Dil Rowshan Zinnat Ara Nazneen, is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Dhaka. His son, Tanwir Iqbal Ibn Ahamed, is an Associate Professor of Respiratory Medicine. His granddaughter, Tarnima Warda Andalib, is a researcher at University Sains Malaysia.
Awards and Honors
Emajuddin Ahamed received many awards for his academic work. The most well-known one is the Ekushey Padak, which he received in 1992.
Other awards he received include:
- Mahakal Krishti Chinta Shangha Gold Medal
- Jatiya Shahitya Sangshad Gold Medal
- Zia Sangskritik Gold Medal
- Michael Madhushudan Datta Gold Medal
- Dhaka Shamajik ebong Shangskritik Gold Medal
- Bangladesh Jubok Front Gold Medal
- Rajshahi Forum Unnoyon Gold Medal
His Passing
Emajuddin Ahamed passed away on July 17, 2020. He was 86 years old. He died at Lab Aid Hospital in Dhaka because of a heart problem.
