<p>This morning I was waiting in line in the dining hall and the guy behind me (a preppy) told me "move, loser" in a very scornful manner, apparently unconcerned of any consequences his insulting me could cause him. I don't know him personally, but I know that he is an undergraduate student and that he lives in my dorm.</p>
<p>What would happen to me, both inside and outside the school, if the next time a fellow student insults me in such a contemptuous and shameless manner, I give him what he asked for?</p>
<p>To answer your original question, yes, it is possible. I'd suggest you find more effective and grown-up ways to handle the situation. You're not in middle school anymore, and I can think of very few situations where "giving them what they ask for" is the most effective way to handle a situation like this, even if you ARE dealing with a complete and total jerk.</p>
<p>I don't believe you'd get kicked out if it was a first behavioral offense. You will be more than reprimanded, however, especially in this modern world. Also, the specific school you attend may affect the outcome of such a situation. Unfortunately I'd have to say it's not in your best interests to give them what they deserve. The satisfaction of decking a random, jerky student won't last long compared to the consequences. Go take it out on the gym's punching bag. </p>
<p>That said, if you must do something, be clever about it and hit them figuratively where it hurts. If it seems random, just ignore it, but if a specific person is becoming a problem, then yeah.</p>
<p>Yes, you absolutely can get kicked out for that kind of behavior. And it is a very immature way to deal with problems. The guy was a jerk, but you can't go around assaulting people for verbally insulting you. Even if you were not in school, it would be a terrible idea. He could press assault charges against you.</p>
<p>Challenge him on his word usage and ask him what--exactly--qualifies you as a "loser." Chances are he'll be at a loss for words, thus becoming the loser he's accusing you to be. Words mean things. Demand justification.</p>
<p>No one has mentioned potential adult criminal charges. </p>
<p>PMVD, if you are over 18, you WILL be charged as an adult, and potentially convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony. Getting kicked out of school is probably all but guaranteed.</p>
<p>Hopefully, you can get through the semester and transfer or change housing.</p>
<p>Regarding a previous thread you started, it may now actually be a good idea to contact a dean or someone with the authority to take disciplinary action or advise students to stop bothering you. Obviously you are being bullied or have acquired a very poor reputation.</p>
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<p>Ding! Mr. Berry has the correct answer and has won today's game.</p>
<p>I learned that the first person who threw an insult instead of a rock was considered a genius. If one can win without even an insult, one is off the charts brilliant.</p>
<p>pmvd, if you're not going to listen, I hope someone else will.</p>
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<p>I learned that the first person who threw an insult instead of a rock was considered a genius. If one can win without even an insult, one is off the charts brilliant.</p>
<p>pmvd, if you're not going to listen, I hope someone else will.
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<p>While I agree with the general idea of your advice and Dave_Berry's, I think that the suggested plan of action is very risky and could easily backfire. Given my high verbal abilities and quick wit, I mean, my lack of those two qualities, I don't think I could pull it off so easily. I am not being negative, I am not ignoring anyone's advice, I am simply being realistic and cautious, for my own sake.</p>
<p>At the point, all I can think of is giving them a big smile and showing them love, showing them that I am above their insults, that I can see their stupidity, and that I forgive them for said stupidity because I understand that they are, after all, humans.</p>
<p>That sounds pretty good, but it would be just an act. Deep inside I would still feel hurt.</p>
<p>You idiots, you realize he's making this all up right? His last pity-whoring thread finally died so he started a new one. He's probably "pleasing" himself to all of your replies and then replies back saying how he won't/can't follow advice to keep you guys going.</p>
<p>Maybe this guy calls everyone losers - maybe it's not just the OP's reputation or lack thereof. Don't take it personally and don't deck him, but especially don't be a pushover.</p>
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<p>I doubt it. Someone would have beaten him up and he probably would have learned his lesson by now.</p>
