Eminent academic professor Alan Livingston has become the latest recipient of Cornwall's highest award.
Mr Livingston, who is regarded as the architect of higher education in Cornwall, will be presented with the Trelawny Plate at a ceremony this summer.
The Trelawny Plate is awarded every two years to the person judged by a panel "to have contributed most to the Spirit of Cornwall".
Among the previous recipients were former Bishop of Truro, Bill Ind, Shelterbox founder Tom Henderson, and former Lord Lieutenant, Lady Mary Holborow.
He set up the Combined Universities of Cornwall, transforming it into one of the country's most respected institutes for art, design, media and performance.
In 2006 he was awarded the CBE for his services to higher education.
Speaking after the announcement, he said: "I am very surprised and deeply honoured to be nominated for the award of The Trelawny Plate, 2013. My time in Cornwall has been rich and varied, enabling me to meet and work with some wonderful people.
"Having been involved with the CUC from its beginnings I am very proud of its remarkable contribution to the educational, economic and cultural life of the county. I take great pleasure in observing the creativity and energy of the current generation of students, academics and administrators."
Congratulating Prof Livingston, the Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, Col Edward Bolitho said: "Cornwall is a unique place and the Trelawny Plate a unique award that celebrates the highest achievements in Cornish life."
The plate will be presented to Professor Livingston at a service in Pelynt Church on July 4.
