Levan Nhan Ph.D.

1936 - 2021 Dr. Nhan Levan, 84, passed away September 5, 2021, at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family.He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, son and daughter-in-law, grandson, and brother. Nhan was preceded in death by his wife Hoai Lien in 2020. Nhan was born in Vietnam in 1936 to Bui Thi Mui and Dr. Le van Khai, Director General of Public Health in North Vietnam.In 1954 Nhan was amongst the first group of exchange students to study in Australia. It was on this fateful trip where he met his wife. In 1966, Dr. Levan was awarded the first PhD in electrical engineering at Monash University, one of the top universities in Australia. He settled in Los Angeles and began his lifelong academic career at UCLA. During his 40 years as professor of electrical engineering, he was recognized with distinguished teaching awards, contributed to research papers and publications, mentored countless students, and was a dedicated champion of the department and university. A compassionate man, Dr. Levan was a sponsor for Vietnamese refugee families whom he helped settle in America.Nhan combined a disciplined Vietnamese spirit with the clever wit of a Commonwealth professor. He always had a smile on his face and a joke at the ready. Nhan touched the lives of all he encountered with humor, kindness, unwavering loyalty and devotion to loved ones. He will forever be in our hearts. G'day, mate.