America at 250
As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, we look at the milestone through our work and engagement across campus and in the community. Follow along to see how Duke is committed to the fundamental tenets on which our country was built.
- Students walking toward the camera in front of the reflecting pool in Washington, DC with the Washington Monument in the background
- A screen that says “I voted early” in the Karsh Alumni & Visitors center where early voting is held for Durham
- The American, North Carolina and Duke flags flying in front of the Allen building on campus
- ROTC members in fatigues huddle and discussing plans in Duke Forest
- A wall of art reflecting on democracy in the Nasher and students coloring in said art
- Duke students chatting at the base of the Washington monument with American flags waving in the wind
Checks and Balances
Duke scholars reflect on how their fields can help push forward our founding ideals.
Lessons From the Declaration of Independence
Duke faculty write about the meaning of the Declaration of Independence and its impact on their fields today.
A Psychologist on Belonging
Sarah Gaither
A Computer Scientist on the Pursuit of Happiness
Jian Pei
A Mathematician on What Drives Our Society
Jonathan Mattingly
Voices and Histories
The Nation’s Evolving Identity
A Duke and Durham collaboration explores who “the people” have been and who we hope to become – with performances, exhibitions and conversations through 2027.
Collective Action
How Curiosity is Key to Democracy
In this podcast, historian Gunther Peck and student Hannah McKnight (T’22) discuss the importance of listening to and learning from each other.