Erika Kirk, the widow of late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, is once again facing criticism - this time for receiving an honorary degree from Christian institution Hillsdale College. Erika gave a speech accepting the degree at Hillsdale on Saturday, May 9. Charlie received an honorary degree posthumously as well. Erika Kirk encouraged young Americans to get married and raise families during her commencement address at Hillsdale College. pic.twitter.com/dDYqVqHiHl- Breaking911 (@Breaking911) May 10, 2026 The ceremony rankled her critics, who noted that Charlie was famously against college.