Reflecting on America 250

As America marks 250 years since its founding, Quinnipiac Today is exploring the people, principles and questions that continue to shape the nation’s story. Through expert analysis, alumni perspectives, historical discoveries, medical milestones, media reflections and fresh looks at democracy and technology, our coverage examines how America’s past informs its present — and its future.

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Arts and Culture

How AI might have rewritten the American Revolution

What if the American Revolution had modern technology, like ChatGPT and iPads? Quinnipiac experts imagine how AI could have helped Franklin, Revere and other revolutionary figures spread their message faster — while raising new questions about misinformation, trust and who controls the story.

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Health and Medicine

Multidisciplinary team uses diagnostic imaging to study remains believed to be from Revolutionary War soldiers

Quinnipiac faculty, staff and students across various disciplines have been working collaboratively to conduct research on skeletal remains that are believed to be from the Revolutionary War.

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Students and faculty hiking the Sleeping Giant State Park

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Celebrate America 250 across Connecticut

In Quinnipiac's home state, there are countless ways to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. If you're spending time in Connecticut this summer, consider these ideas as a starting point for exploring the state's rich history and culture.

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Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? Americans say the U.S. is falling short, Quinnipiac University national poll finds. Opens in a new tab or window.

As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this July, just over one-third of Americans think the United States is living up to the founding principles of equality and freedom as laid out in that document, there's a rise in the number of Americans who think democracy in the U.S. is not working, but Americans remain steadfast in their belief that democracy will not end in their lifetime. A vast majority of Americans consider themselves proud Americans and half think America's best days are ahead of us. These are just some of the findings in a Quinnipiac national poll of adults released today.

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