Honorary degree 'dream come true' for conservationist
Tullis Matson, who set up a wildlife conservation charity, is one of seven people to get the award.
Tullis Matson, a conservationist who founded a wildlife charity, has received an honorary degree from Harper Adams University, marking the highlight of his year. The award, part of the university's 125th anniversary celebrations, recognizes Matson's achievements despite facing significant challenges due to dyslexia and leaving school without qualifications at 16.
He runs Nature's SAFE, a charity that stores biological samples from endangered species to preserve genetic diversity. The university's vice-chancellor, Professor Ken Sloan, expressed delight at recognizing distinguished individuals from Shropshire and specialist industries, especially given the anniversary year. Matson, who will deliver a speech at the graduation ceremony, emphasized the importance of his work in conservation and the future impact of the university's students.
Other recipients include comedian Ed Byrne, actress Felicity Finch, and agricultural scientist Professor Grant Edwards.
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