Dr Yunus appointed chancellor of Malaysian university
Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus, also founder of Grameen Bank, has been appointed the inaugural chancellor of Albukhary International University (AIU) in Malaysia, reports the New Straits Times.
Yunus, also Chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University, UK and the Chairman of Yunus Centre, was appointed based on his contributions, knowledge, expertise and experience in developing the world-recognised social business agenda.
"His appointment as Chancellor of AIU is in line with the Philosophy, Vision and Mission of the establishment of AIU to develop graduates or future leaders who are adaptable, balanced, well-rounded individuals, willing and able to serve humanity, acting as change agents in respective communities through Social Business agenda," the report quotes Vice Chancellor and President of AIU Prof Dr Abd Aziz Tajuddin as saying in a statement.
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