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Abu Dhabi University (ADU), has appointed Professor Waqar Ahmad as its third chancellor.
Speaking on the appointment, Ali Saeed bin Harmal Al Dhaheri, Chairman of the University’s Board of Directors, said, “We are honoured to officially appoint Professor Ahmad as the third Chancellor of ADU. We were looking for an ambitious and accomplished leader for this key role. Professor Ahmad has excelled in his role as Interim Chancellor, and the University’s Board of Regents, the Board of Directors and I are confident that the university will thrive under his outstanding leadership, enhancing its national and international reputation and playing a key role in supporting the leadership of the UAE in achieving the government strategic plans for the UAE.”
In turn, Professor Ahmad said, “I am privileged to lead such a distinguished academic institution. I am committed to making student achievements the core of ADU’s success, in addition to working with my colleagues to strengthen corporate and community engagement and enhance the university’s research contribution. My ambition is to make ADU a key contributor to the UAE’s transition to a knowledge-based economy.”
Professor Waqar Ahmad joined ADU as Provost and later got promoted to Interim Chancellor. Prior to his tenure with Abu Dhabi University, he held various leadership positions in higher education and public services in England. For over 12 years, he was Deputy Vice Academic Chancellor Academic at Middlesex University.