America250

Fulbright is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with stories of distinguished Fulbrighters who have showcased American excellence, innovation, and culture around the world.

Award-winning Fulbright Authors and the American Revolution’s Global Impact

American historians of the Revolutionary War explain the origins, motivations, and leaders who created the United States of America and teach American history abroad.

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March 24, 2026

U.S. University President Counters Antisemitism and Strengthens Connections between France and the United States

Marvin Krislov, President of Pace University, conducted interviews and delivered keynotes to European policy makers and scholars about the importance of religious freedom and the freedom of expression. 

December 22, 2025

James Watson Discovered the Genetic Blueprint for Life

His Nobel Prize-winning discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA exemplifies American scientists’ role in revolutionizing health and medicine.
November 25, 2025

Aaron Copland’s Music Captured America’s Spirit

125 years after his birth, the iconic composer’s work continues to exemplify America’s ethos of optimism and possibility.

November 14, 2025

CEO’s Leadership is Shaped by His Experience as a Fulbrighter and U.S. Navy Pilot

Jeff McLean blends strategy, resilience, and a lasting commitment to service in his role as an advisor to executives, corporate boards, and investors.
September 8, 2025

National Endowment for the Humanities Medal Highlights American Excellence

HBCU professor and American diplomat Frank Martin Snowden, Jr. expressed the “beauty and universality of great literature.”
July 25, 2025

Historian Unearths Hungarian-American Contributions to Mining in Appalachia

Fulbright Specialist Briane Turley’s research highlights America’s rise as an industrial powerhouse.
August 20, 2025

U.S. Navy Surgeon’s Research in Trauma Care Advances America’s Military Readiness

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Tamara Worlton’s work contributes to the America First Global Health Strategy, saving lives and contributing to health innovation around the world.
April 18, 2025

J. Michael Kosterlitz Won a Nobel Prize for His Transformative Quantum Physics Discoveries

With his fellow Nobel laureates, he pioneered breakthroughs that are inspiring the next generation of quantum computing technologies.
March 27, 2025

Milton Friedman Championed the Power of Free Markets

As a Fulbright Scholar, he brought American economic ideas to the world—advancing prosperity, innovation, and the promise of opportunity.