Hasn't been mentioned yet, but it's also a play on the standard "going off to college" scene most go through. I get why people are offended, but I would say to them this; either comedy isnt for you, or you need to stop being a hypocrite.
Ever laughed a dead baby joke? Well babies die every day you heartless *******.
Ever laughed a dead baby joke? Well babies die every day you heartless *******.