A Message from President Moon
We are all concerned about the reports of serious allegations of sexual abuse that occurred approximately two years ago at another university and may involve a student who later transferred to NSU. NSU takes these allegations seriously, and I’m writing to update our community on the information we are able to provide at this time. While the university was not aware of the allegations at the time of admission, we acted immediately once we learned of the reported incident. We remain firmly committed to the safety and well-being of every member of our university community.
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Dear NSU Students, Faculty, and Staff: We are all concerned about reports of serious allegations of sexual abuse that occurred approximately two years ago at another university and may involve a student who later transferred to NSU. NSU takes these allegations seriously. The safety and well-being of each member of our campus community is a top priority. I’m writing today to update you on the information we are able to provide at this time. At the time of admission, the university was not aware of allegations subsequently reported in media. Once we learned of the reported incident, we acted immediately on behalf of the safety and well-being of our students and the NSU community. Because this matter involves federal law regarding an individual student, the university is legally restricted by federal regulations that limit what the university can share. The university continues to monitor the situation and will remain vigilant. As a result of actions we have taken, we are not aware of any current threat to the university community with regard to the matter. We remain firmly committed to a safe and supportive environment for every member of our university community. We provide resources and support to those who need them, including NSU’s Public Safety Office (954-262-8999), NSU’s Title IX Office available here, NSU Student Resources available here, and additional confidential support resources available here.
Harry K. Moon, M.D. |
Welcome to NSU
Harry K. Moon, M.D., is the seventh president of Nova Southeastern University, a nationally recognized private, doctoral research university. The university has a nearly $7-billion annual economic impact on the state of Florida and continues to grow with a focus on graduate and professional education and workforce development, innovative academic and research programs, and an integrated healthcare network delivered across its 11 campuses located throughout Florida, as well in Colorado, Nevada, and Puerto Rico, with additional classes offered exclusively online. The university earned Carnegie Classification R1 status in 2025 as a first-tier research institution, recognizing the growth and development of its research enterprise.
The NSU Shark family includes more than 220,000 alumni around the world and more than 22,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, as well as the NSU University School—our private, pre-K–grade 12 preparatory school.
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NSU Research Activity and Scholarship Earn R1 Designation
Nova Southeastern University, the state’s largest private research university, has received an R1 designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This elite status is given to universities reaching the highest levels of research activity, research funding, and doctoral degrees awarded. Find out more about the impact this distinction will have for faculty and staff members, students, and the community.
This Is What Excellence Looks Like
President Moon discusses his mission to propel Nova Southeastern University to unprecedented heights, ensuring it stands as the top private university in our region.
By embracing NSU’s strengths and committing to transformative actions across four pivotal areas, he believes we will achieve this ambitious vision. Learn more about his plans for the future.
2025 State of the University Address
The State of the University recognizes our progress while looking ahead with a bold
vision. President Harry K. Moon, M.D., shared how Nova Southeastern University is
aiming to become Florida's top private research university—pioneering research, transforming
healthcare innovation, and leading in the ocean economy. Together, we are shaping
a future defined by excellence, innovation,
and discovery.
Get to Know President Moon
President Moon has been a major force in the development of medical, health, research, and educational programs in South Florida for more than 25 years.
Where Research Thrives
NSU aspires to be among the top tier of the nation’s research universities. Its wide-ranging research enterprise includes robust initiatives in vital areas, such as oceanography and life sciences, technology, health care, social sciences, and human services. With an annual investment of $50 million or more, the university continues to foster groundbreaking discoveries that make an impact on our world.
The university contributes to scientific knowledge and supports workforce development and emerging commercial enterprises, positioning NSU as a cornerstone of Florida’s blue economy and a hub for research, collaboration, and education.
Induction into Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Dr. Moon was named a Fellow ad hominem of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCSEd) in fall of 2024. The Royal College, founded five centuries ago, is the oldest surgical college in the world and has nearly 32,000 members in 140 countries.
Calling his induction "the honor of a lifetime," Dr. Moon reiterated his commitment to healing and helping people. “For me, the greatest joy of medicine is taking care of the patient,” he said. “Second is the joy of expanding the perspective and horizons of young surgeons still forging their paths forward.”
Read Dr. Moon's Speech to the Royal College of Surgeons
Leading the Way in
Healthcare Innovation
Through strategic partnerships and a focus on growth, NSU’s health system integrates
education and research to ensure the very best patient care. By investing in advanced
facilities and leveraging its strategic locations, the university will expand clinical
services across Florida. With top-tier physicians, health care providers, and clinical
researchers, NSU Health is committed to redefining patient care and health outcomes,
extending its impact far beyond
its campuses.
The President's 64
The President’s 64, named for NSU’s founding year of 1964, is an elite group of student leaders who are charged with strengthening the relationship between NSU and its community. Representing all segments of NSU’s diverse student population, the group’s membership consists of 64 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who are nominated and selected for their positions.
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