A video circulating online has captured widespread attention after showing a young woman deliberately excising a part of her final-year project.
The section she removed was the acknowledgements page, where she had previously expressed gratitude to her former boyfriend for his support throughout her academic journey.
In the footage, the student methodically uses scissors to cut out the lines that mention his name, demonstrating a clear intention to eliminate any reference to him from her scholarly work. Her calm demeanor indicates this was a deliberate decision rather than a spontaneous emotional reaction.
The clip rapidly gained traction, sparking conversations about the complexities of romantic relationships and the appropriateness of publicly crediting partners in academic or professional acknowledgements.
While some viewers found humor in the situation, others viewed it as an excessive response, speculating that the breakup might have been particularly difficult. Numerous commentators advised against allowing personal feelings to influence actions that could impact important documents or achievements.
Check out the original post below:
Wow! She had acknowledged her boyfriend in her final year project, but after their breakup, look at what she did! pic.twitter.com/iNhuyslIYy
– TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) September 27, 2025
Here are some reactions from social media:
@CovenantTraderFx: “Is this project or a resume?”
@Asegxwal Doctor: “Surely this is a prank.”
@Cybux: “Someone who will end up crying alone.”
@BASITO: “Serves him right.”