Hal Moses, MD, honored by alma mater

Nashville, TN, resident receives honorary award from Cumberlands

Williamsburg, KY (10/23/2023) — University of the Cumberlands was proud to honor distinguished alumni at the school's annual Homecoming celebration. Harold "Hal" Moses, MD, was awarded an honorary degree from the university, as the school was still a junior college back when he attended.

Hal Moses, MD, attended Cumberland College (now University of the Cumberlands) when it was a two-year school, graduating in 1956. Dr. Moses completed his Bachelor of Arts from Berea College in 1958 and his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Vanderbilt University in 1962. Dr. Moses led the cancer research team at Vanderbilt which discovered in 1984 that there is a naturally-produced protein in human bodies which slows the growth of cancer - changing the landscape of cancer research for decades. He has received more than two dozen honors for his work in medicine, leadership, and cancer research over the decades, contributed to 350 scientific publications, presented his work in 40 states and 22 countries, served as the founding director of the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, founded and directed the Frances Williams Preston Laboratories, and more. Now happily retired and living in Nashville, TN, Dr. Moses and his wife enjoy spending quality time with their family and travelling around the world.

University of the Cumberlands is proud to honor distinguished alumni such as Dr. Moses for their accomplishments, work ethic, character, and service to others. Not only has Dr. Moses represented the values of his alma mater, but he has also shown unwavering devotion to the improvement of society, using his knowledge, skills, and talents to advance his communities toward health, safety, unity, and success.

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Dr. Larry Cockrum, UC president (left), hands Hal Moses, MD (right), his honorary degree.