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Researchers who told people to either buy themselves a gift or give one to a stranger, found those who gave to others felt a lot happier. Here's how to get the mood boost without the shopping stress.

By definition, leisure activities are supposed to provide enjoyment. Research shows that such activities are effective tools to cope with stress. Meet two psychologists getting to the root of why leisure can help protect our health.

The number of people walking and biking for exercise is growing every year. Not only is it good for our health but it is an eco-friendly way of getting…

On this edition of UWM Today, we’re going to talk about a wonderful resource in our community that offers lifelong learning opportunities for people over…

This year UW-Milwaukee is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Each month, as part of our effort to showcase the many ways in which UWM impacts our…

Journalism is often described as the “Fourth Estate” in our democracy — as important to our society as the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches of…

Over the past few years, the film industry in Milwaukee has grown tremendously. Independent producers and production houses have sprung up throughout the…

The cost of energy has a profound impact on people everywhere. At UW-Milwaukee some of the top scientists in the world are working on ways to improve the…

Last year, nearly 500 people died in Milwaukee County as a result of overdosing on opioids. It is part of a national epidemic of opioid deaths that…

Monday on Lake Effect:New research into Milwaukee nonprofits shows that they appear to have turned a corner after the Great Recession, and are starting to…