Imagine a university campus, meant to be a bastion of respect and learning, turned into a stage for a shocking mockery of a tragic death.
Fox News reported that a Texas State University student learned the hard way that actions have consequences after a video surfaced of him deriding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a memorial event. The stunt, as tasteless as it was bold, has ended with his expulsion.
On the San Marcos campus, a local Turning Point USA chapter hosted a somber vigil to honor Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old father of two, only to have the event marred by the appalling behavior of one student, leading to his removal from the university.
The incident unfolded during the memorial event, where a video captured a male student, backpack slung over his shoulder, cursing at the gathered crowd.
He then took his act to a new low by striking his neck and pretending to be shot. It was a performance that turned stomachs more than it turned heads.
Standing before a statue, the student declared, "Hi, my name is Charlie Kirk," before collapsing to the ground in a grotesque reenactment of an assassination. If he thought this was clever satire, he clearly misread the room—and the values of a civil society. Such antics don't just cross a line; they obliterate it.
The backlash was swift and fierce, with Texas Governor Greg Abbott taking to social media to demand accountability. "Hey, Texas State. This conduct is not accepted at our schools," Abbott posted on X, urging immediate expulsion for such a blatant mockery of tragedy.
Texas State University President Kelly Damphousse didn’t hesitate to act, confirming that the student featured in the video had been identified and was no longer enrolled.
"I will not tolerate behavior that mocks, trivializes, or promotes violence on our campuses," Damphousse stated firmly. It’s a stance that sends a clear message: disrespect won’t be rewarded with a diploma.
Due to federal privacy laws, the university refrained from further comment on the specifics of the student’s case. However, the expulsion speaks louder than any press release could ever. It’s a reminder that campuses aren’t playgrounds for reckless provocation.
Turning Point USA, the organization behind the memorial, has yet to issue a public statement on the incident despite outreach from media outlets.
One can only imagine the frustration of hosting an event meant to honor a life, only to see it hijacked by such a distasteful display.
This wasn’t the only incident tied to vigils for Kirk that raised eyebrows across Texas. A separate event at Texas Tech saw an 18-year-old student, Camryn Giselle Booker, arrested and expelled for her own disturbing behavior. It’s as if some students see tragedy as an opportunity for infamy rather than reflection.
Booker was caught on video near Texas Tech’s Student Union Building, shouting derogatory remarks about Kirk’s death to other students.
Her words were not just insensitive; they were charged with a venom that has no place in any community, academic or otherwise.
Authorities didn’t let her actions slide, charging Booker with misdemeanor assault, as confirmed by the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office. Texas Tech swiftly followed suit, ensuring she was no longer part of their student body. It’s another case of consequences catching up with poor judgment.
These twin incidents at Texas universities highlight a troubling trend of disrespect masquerading as free expression.
While the right to speak one’s mind is sacred, it doesn’t extend to mocking the pain of others or trivializing loss. There’s a line between dissent and indecency, and both students crossed it with reckless abandon.
What’s striking is how quickly both universities acted to uphold their standards. In an era where progressive agendas sometimes seem to excuse bad behavior under the guise of “self-expression,” it’s refreshing to see institutions draw a hard line against such antics. Texas State and Texas Tech deserve credit for prioritizing values over leniency.
These expulsions aren’t just punishments; they’re warnings to others who might think campus is a free-for-all for shock value. If you’re going to play the fool at the expense of someone’s memory, don’t be surprised when the joke’s on you—and your academic future.
