Jimmy Doherty, who is also a farmer, will help to run education and research projects for students.
The host of shows including Jimmy's Farm has become a visiting professor at Anglia Ruskin University, which has bases in Essex and Cambridgeshire.He described his role at the university's new Writtle School of Agriculture, Animal and Environmental Sciences as a "real privilege".
"I’ve had the incredible honour of being chancellor of Writtle University College and I’m thrilled my connection with Writtle is continuing following the merger with Anglia Ruskin University," he said.
In conjunction with Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park, the university will run joint education and research projects.Anglia Ruskin University merged with Writtle University College in February, and the 150-hectare campus on the outskirts of Chelmsford became ARU Writtle. Professor Laurie Butler, pro-vice chancellor, said the university was "immensely proud" to be working with Doherty.
"Science and innovation have inspired Jimmy throughout his career journey, and we know his knowledge, expertise and personal experiences will help to support and influence students across disciplines, including the life sciences, animal behaviour, agriculture and conservation," he said.Man arrested in dog walker murder case
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