Prof Dr Jamil Ahmed assumes office as the new Vice-Chancellor of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM), marking a significant step forward for the institution’s academic leadership. The AWKUM new VC takes charge following the official notification issued by the Higher Education Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Prof Dr Jamil Ahmed holds a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from King’s College London and has over 28 years of professional experience in administrative roles, teaching, research, and managing large-scale educational projects. He has previously served in various prestigious academic and research institutions, including international collaborations in AI and machine learning.
Known for his commitment to innovation and academic excellence, his appointment is expected to usher in a new era of development for AWKUM. Faculty members believe his global exposure and command of modern technologies will help strengthen academic research and curriculum development. “His leadership and experience can play a significant role in the overall development of the university,” noted a senior faculty member.
The AWKUM new VC takes charge amid growing aspirations for expanding the university’s research capacities, particularly in emerging areas like Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Data Science. Dr Ahmed’s appointment also reflects the government’s strategic focus on promoting quality higher education through competent leadership.
With a student body exceeding 15,000 and multiple campuses, AWKUM is poised to benefit from the VC’s vision of digital transformation and international collaborations. As the AWKUM new VC takes charge, the academic community is hopeful for progressive changes, enhanced global linkages, and improved research outcomes.
