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New College of Florida Will Commission Charlie Kirk Statue for Sarasota Campus

The move reflects New College’s conservative shift under President Richard Corcoran, emphasizing the school’s stated commitment to free speech.

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New College of Florida, a university in Sarasota, announces its intent to build a statue of Charlie Kirk on social media. Kirk, a right-wing activist, was killed at an event in Utah last week. (@NewCollegeofFL on X)
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Overview

  • The public university said the sculpture will be privately funded by community leaders and formally commissioned by the end of the year.
  • The school has not disclosed the statue’s location, artist, or cost, saying placement details will be announced in the coming months.
  • The announcement included an AI-generated sample image posted on the college’s social media.
  • President Richard Corcoran praised Kirk in a statement and framed the tribute as part of elevating civil discourse on campus.
  • Reaction online ranged from praise to criticism, as separate proposals for honors continue nationally, including a request by 16 House Republicans for a Capitol statue.