Nuchelle Chance Kansas professor claims being trolled and put on admin leave by Fort Hays State University after ‘white men are dangerous comments’ after Kirk assassination go viral

A controversy has erupted at Fort Hays State University in Kansas, where assistant psychology professor Nuchelle Chance says she has been unfairly targeted and placed on administrative leave following comments she made on social media in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting earlier this month.

On September 10, the day Kirk was shot and killed at a Utah university, Chance took to Facebook, writing: “Me thinks the word ‘karma’ is appropriate. Sad day all around.” She linked her post to a partial quote from Kirk about the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms.

Two days later, after authorities identified Tyler Robinson as the alleged shooter, Chance followed up with another post, writing:
“But when we tell y’all that statistically… White American men are the most dangerous animals on the planet we’re wrong. Let’s not be hasty they say…”

The comments, which quickly gained traction online after being amplified by the conservative account Libs of TikTok, sparked a firestorm of criticism. Many accused Chance of celebrating Kirk’s death and dehumanizing men, with commenters demanding her removal from the university.

One critic wrote: “Disgusting. A professor openly celebrating the death of an American and dehumanizing men as ‘animals’? Fort Hays owes the public answers and fast.” Another added: “Hateful creature should be canned.”

In response, Chance released a TikTok video defending her statements. She argued that her remarks had been mischaracterized, claiming she never celebrated Kirk’s death and stressing that doing so would be immoral. She maintained that her “karma” post had been taken out of context and that her comments about white men were intended to highlight statistical patterns in mass violence, not to dehumanize.

In a statement to Fox News, Chance said her words were being “intentionally and deliberately misinterpreted,” calling the backlash a “manufactured outrage campaign rooted in misogynoir” — a term describing the intersection of racism and sexism faced by Black women.

She also clarified that her use of the term “animals” was derived from behavioral science language, not meant as an insult, and insisted her personal views do not influence her classroom teaching.

“I have never discussed my political views in the classroom. That would be inappropriate and unprofessional — and, frankly, asinine. My role as an educator is to foster critical thinking, not to impose personal belief,” Chance stated.

She further emphasized that her academic work is grounded in equity, justice, and inclusion, rejecting claims that her scholarship reflects bias.

“I welcome diverse perspectives in my classroom and remain committed to creating a space where every student feels seen, heard and respected,” she added.

Fort Hays State University responded with a statement distancing the institution from Chance’s remarks, stressing that personal social media commentary does not represent the views of the university. Officials described the matter as a “confidential personnel issue” and praised students for encouraging civil dialogue.

“We reaffirm our commitment to free, open, and respectful dialogue,” the school said, while noting the seriousness of the controversy.

While the university did not specify whether disciplinary action had been taken, Chance’s faculty profile was removed from the school’s website. She has since confirmed that she was placed on administrative leave, though no further details have been disclosed about her status or future at the university.

The incident has ignited broader debates over academic freedom, free speech, and the boundaries of online expression, especially in the polarized aftermath of Kirk’s assassination.

Social media triggered after ‘white men are dangerous’ comments in wake of Kirk assassination.