Kirk Humphreys has formally resigned from his position on the Board of Regents. This outcome affirms our commitment to an inclusive environment for all students and faculty. Please remain attentive as we move forward to ensure that the leadership of this institution reflects the values of our community.
February 6, 2018
Final supporters
On December 10, OU Board of Regents Vice Chair Kirk Humphreys appeared on KFOR’s public affairs program, “Flashpoint”, with Oklahoma State Rep. Emily Virgin and moderator Kevin Ogle. In a segment of the interview discussing sexual assault, Mr. Humphreys diverted the subject to homosexuality – espousing the view that being gay is “wrong,” and likening homosexuality to pedophilia.
Mr. Humphreys has every right to hold any view that his personal or religious beliefs may lead him, and to express those views freely. But as a public servant to a great, public university – which has a non-discrimination policy including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression – he must be held accountable for those views. As such, his hateful, divisive, and homophobic statements clearly disqualify him from serving as a fiduciary for an institution with thousands of LGBTQ students, staff, faculty, donors, alumni and friends across the world.
For more information, you can see the OU Daily news story, with video from “Flashpoint” imbedded (his offensive views start at minute 7:00).
Please join the Board of Directors of the OU LGBTQ Alumni Society in withholding financial support to the University of Oklahoma until and unless Kirk Humphreys resigns from the Board of Regents.
Updates
December 15, 2017
The petition has now surpassed two hundred and fifty signatures. This level of engagement confirms that our community expects accountability from those in leadership positions at the university.
Reached 250 supporters
December 15, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
December 14, 2017
115 Comments
I graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2014. I will NOT support the University of Oklahoma financially--including no longer buying sports tickets, paraphernalia for gifts, etc--until Humphreys is no longer affiliated with OU.
I have worked with the Alumni Association to get information on leaving OU money in my will for an LGBTQ scholarship fund. I am VERY concerned about the direction and leadership of the Board of Regents.
Kirk Humphreys statements about homosexuality reflect poorly on the Univeristy of Oklahoma As an LGBTQ alum of both OU undergrad and law achool, I am angry, I am upset, and I'm asking Mr. Humphreys to resign immediately from the OU Board of Regents.
People like Humphreys who say such things are who sent me into deep depression in college. This man makes decisions affecting the lives of many LGBT students. Please do what’s right and if he will not resign he should be replaced.
As an OU alumnus and a professional working in higher education, I am disappointed and angered by these comments. A resignation would help redeem the reputation of the university and validate for students that all are welcome on campus.
The University of Oklahoma is an all-inclusive university. OU accepts and loves everyone. This fact must be represented at all levels of the university.
I cannot, in good conscience, contribute to the university as I had planned until Humphreys is removed from the board and OU makes it clear that it's a safe place for its LGBTQ students.
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Kirk Humphreys has formally resigned from his position on the Board of Regents. This outcome affirms our commitment to an inclusive environment for all students and faculty. Please remain attentive as we move forward to ensure that the leadership of this institution reflects the values of our community.
February 6, 2018
Final supporters
On December 10, OU Board of Regents Vice Chair Kirk Humphreys appeared on KFOR’s public affairs program, “Flashpoint”, with Oklahoma State Rep. Emily Virgin and moderator Kevin Ogle. In a segment of the interview discussing sexual assault, Mr. Humphreys diverted the subject to homosexuality – espousing the view that being gay is “wrong,” and likening homosexuality to pedophilia.
Mr. Humphreys has every right to hold any view that his personal or religious beliefs may lead him, and to express those views freely. But as a public servant to a great, public university – which has a non-discrimination policy including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression – he must be held accountable for those views. As such, his hateful, divisive, and homophobic statements clearly disqualify him from serving as a fiduciary for an institution with thousands of LGBTQ students, staff, faculty, donors, alumni and friends across the world.
For more information, you can see the OU Daily news story, with video from “Flashpoint” imbedded (his offensive views start at minute 7:00).
Please join the Board of Directors of the OU LGBTQ Alumni Society in withholding financial support to the University of Oklahoma until and unless Kirk Humphreys resigns from the Board of Regents.
Updates
December 15, 2017
The petition has now surpassed two hundred and fifty signatures. This level of engagement confirms that our community expects accountability from those in leadership positions at the university.
Reached 250 supporters
December 15, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
December 14, 2017
115 Comments
From the people who've I met since moving to Oklahoma ten years ago I believed OU was a welcoming college to all and I've even recommended it to people back east as an option for after graduation. If this guy stays on the board I will not be suggesting this college again.
I graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2014. I will NOT support the University of Oklahoma financially--including no longer buying sports tickets, paraphernalia for gifts, etc--until Humphreys is no longer affiliated with OU.
I have worked with the Alumni Association to get information on leaving OU money in my will for an LGBTQ scholarship fund. I am VERY concerned about the direction and leadership of the Board of Regents.
Kirk Humphreys statements about homosexuality reflect poorly on the Univeristy of Oklahoma As an LGBTQ alum of both OU undergrad and law achool, I am angry, I am upset, and I'm asking Mr. Humphreys to resign immediately from the OU Board of Regents.
People like Humphreys who say such things are who sent me into deep depression in college. This man makes decisions affecting the lives of many LGBT students. Please do what’s right and if he will not resign he should be replaced.
As an OU alumnus and a professional working in higher education, I am disappointed and angered by these comments. A resignation would help redeem the reputation of the university and validate for students that all are welcome on campus.
The University of Oklahoma is an all-inclusive university. OU accepts and loves everyone. This fact must be represented at all levels of the university.
I cannot, in good conscience, contribute to the university as I had planned until Humphreys is removed from the board and OU makes it clear that it's a safe place for its LGBTQ students.
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From the people who've I met since moving to Oklahoma ten years ago I believed OU was a welcoming college to all and I've even recommended it to people back east as an option for after graduation. If this guy stays on the board I will not be suggesting this college again.