LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is prompting reflection and response at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Student groups are planning a vigil and say the event will focus on rejecting political violence .

WATCH | UNLV students to host vigil for conservative political activist Charlie Kirk UNLV student groups plan vigil after assassination of Charlie Kirk

The Nevada Youth Coalition and the Nevada College Republicans will host a vigil on Friday at 7 a.m . in the Student Union courtyard. Organizers say the gathering is open to all students and community members.

Students on campus expressed a mix of emotions, including shock and concern about what the killing means for free speech and political expression.

“He should not have died for

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