Cindy Moukoro

Professor Lorenzen Reflects on Final Semester at Etown 0
- Features
- April 7, 2025
For nearly two decades, Dr. Charla Lorenzen has been more than just a professor at Elizabethtown College. A tenured faculty member in modern languages, Lorenzen has dedicated 19 years to creating a community-first approach to language learning—one that reaches far beyond the classroom. Now, in her final semester at the college, she reflects on a
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Plants and People: How Biology Explains the Healing Power of Nature 0
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- March 24, 2025
In an age dominated by screens and urban landscapes, a growing body of research and personal anecdotes highlights a timeless truth — nature heals. From improving focus and reducing stress to enhancing mood, interacting with plants and natural environments offers measurable benefits. Studies have consistently shown that spending time in natural settings can lead to
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The Power of One: A Day That Transformed Etown’s Future 0
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- March 24, 2025
Elizabethtown College’s Power of One Day was more than just a day of giving, it was a movement that fueled transformation. On March 18, 2025, the entire Etown community—alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends united to create meaningful change. This initiative embodied the College’s mission of service, scholarship, and impact, proving that a single act
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The Science of Emotions: How Springtime Impacts Our Mood 0
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- March 17, 2025
As the days grow longer and the crisp winter air gives way to the warmth of spring, many people notice a shift in their emotions. A sense of renewal takes hold, bringing increased energy, optimism and motivation. This isn’t just a coincidence—our emotions are deeply connected to biological rhythms, brain chemistry and environmental factors like
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