Marcus Rashford set to receive Honorary Doctorate from “The University of Manchester”

Manchester United Forward Marcus Rashford set to receive Honorary Doctorate from “The University of Manchester”.

Rashford will be The youngest ever to receive an honorary degree from The University of Manchester, in recognition of his achievements as a footballer and as a passionate campaigner against child poverty.

The England Forward set to become Third United member to receive the highest honour the University can bestow. The other two are Manchester United legends Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Bobby Charlton. It’s good company to be a member of for 22 year old.

Rashford released statement in announcing the award.

“It’s a proud day for myself and my family. When you look at the great names that have been awarded this doctorate in the past, it’s humbling.

“We Still Have a long way to go in the fight to combat child poverty in this country but receiving recognition from your city means we are heading in the right direction and that means a lot.Thank you to The University of Manchester”.

Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, president and vice-chancellor of The University of Manchester said: 

“Marcus is an extraordinary young man with an extraordinary talent and drive that stretches well beyond the football field.

“His work for charity and his high-profile campaign will not only help countless young people across our own city, but across the entire country.

“Our university has social responsibility at its core and this sense of civic pride and duty is something we are proud to share with Marcus. That is why the university is delighted to make Marcus our youngest ever recipient of an honorary degree.”