Md. Fazle Hossain
Md Fazle Hossain | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1938 |
| Died | 11 September 2017 Chattogram, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Occupation | Academic |
| Employer | University of Chittagong |
| Known for | Vice Chancellor of the University of Chittagong |
| Title | Professor |
| Term | 2001–2002 |
| Spouse | Yes |
| Children | 6 |
Md Fazle Hossain (c. 1938 – 11 September 2017) was a Bangladeshi academic, professor of mathematics, and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Chittagong.[1]
Early life and education
Hossain was active in politics during his student years.[2] He participated in the Language Movement in 1952 and later served as the general secretary of the Dhaka University Central Students' Union 1957.[2]
Career
Hossain joined the Department of Mathematics at the University of Chittagong in 1968.[3] Over the years, he held several academic and administrative positions, including Dean of the Faculty of Science and member of both the university’s Senate and Syndicate.[2]
Hossain was appointed the 11th Vice Chancellor of the University of Chittagong in 2001 and served until 2002.[2]
Outside the university, Hossain served as President of the Bangladesh Mathematical Association and the Biggyan Unnayan Samity (Science Development Association).[2]
Death
Hossain died at the age of 85 on a Sunday night in 2023 at a private hospital in Chittagong, Bangladesh.[2] The University of Chittagong community, including current Vice Chancellor Dr. Iftekhar Uddin Chowdhury and Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr. Shireen Akhter, expressed condolences at his passing.[2]
References
- ^ "Former CU VC Prof Fazle Hossain dies". Daily Sun. 11 September 2017. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Former CU VC Prof Fazle Hossain passes away". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
- ^ "Former CU VC Fazle Hossain passes away". www.newagebd.net. 2025-07-12. Retrieved 2025-07-12.