RANGPUR, Nov 24, 2023 (BSS) - Former Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Hajee Mohammad 
Danesh Science and Technology University Professor Dr M Abul Kashem has been 
appointed as the first VC of Teesta University, Rangpur.
 
"As per approval of Chancellor of the university and President Mohammed 
Shahabuddin, the appointment was made," a circular signed by Deputy Secretary 
of the Ministry of Education Dr. Md. Farhad Hossain on Thursday confirmed the 
appointment. 
 
President Mohammed Shahabuddin has appointed Professor Abul Kashem as the 
first VC of Teesta University, the first ever private university in Rangpur, 
for the next four-year term as per clause 31(1) of the Private University 
Act, 2010.
 
The four-year term appointment will be effective from the date of joining and 
Professor Abul Kashem will conduct his responsibility as per the Private 
University Act, 2010.
 
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Teesta University Md Asraful Alam Alamin 
said the admission process for first year degree (honours) courses and 
academic activities will begin from January next in seven disciplines.
 
"The seven disciplines are: Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), 
Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Information and Communication 
Engineering (ICE), Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Agriculture and 
Veterinary Science," he said.
 
Besides, the university will simultaneously launch courses on Master of 
Business Administration for graduates and professionals.