Kelsey Kirk UNMC strategic communications
Training equips participants with advocacy skills
A group of individuals in the disability community now is better equipped to advocate for themselves and their community, following a training session held at the Munroe-Meyer Institute this summer.
Jun 28, 2024
![Melanie Davis, advocate mentor with MMI's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/04_24_2024_MelanieDavis023-900x600.jpg)
Occupational therapy camps offer life skills, confidence boost
The Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Occupational Therapy Summer Camp offers daily living skills among others and helps to build confidence in campers.
Jun 26, 2024
![Leah Raak takes a turn whisking pudding ingredients together during a camp session.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/DSC_0013-900x600.jpg)
UNMC announces spring 2024 dean’s list
The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its spring 2024 dean’s list for students enrolled in nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and the allied health professions of medical imaging and therapeutic sciences program and medical laboratory science.
Jun 26, 2024
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Laser to offer sensory friendly dentistry at MMI
The new equipment should help to quell overwhelming sensations like shrill noises, vibrations and bright lights.
Jun 26, 2024
![Corinne Van Osdel, DDS](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/01_12_2023_CorinneVanOsdel008-900x600.jpg)
Respite team gives families an outing at the zoo
Families were invited for a stroll around the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium and an up-close encounter with a snake during a recent respite event hosted by the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s respite care team.
Jun 21, 2024
![Georgia Ryba touches a snake during a respite outing at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_1822-900x600.jpg)
Garden Walk draws its largest turnout
Hundreds of spectators strolled through lush gardens featuring bright flowers, water features and other décor during the Munroe-Meyer Guild’s 55th Annual Garden Walk.
Jun 17, 2024
![The 55th Annual Garden Walk drew nearly 1,200 guests through seven gardens.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/gardenwalk1-900x600.jpg)
Campus leaders update annual budget process at forum
The NU Board of Regents is expected to take action this month on the operating budget and salary guidelines.
Jun 5, 2024
![UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, and Anne Barnes, vice chancellor for business, finance and business development](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/GoldBarnes052523.jpg)
UNMC professor, local chapter receive physiology society awards
Harold Schultz, PhD, professor in the UNMC Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology, was honored.
May 31, 2024
![Harold Schultz, PhD, and So-Youn Kim, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SchultzKim053124-900x600.jpg)
Governor declares Pediatric Feeding Disorder Awareness Month
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed a proclamation in mid-May to recognize families navigating pediatric feeding disorders and create awareness.
May 29, 2024
![Members of the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Pediatric Feeding Department were at the Nebraska State Capitol for the governor’s signing.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_7558-900x600.jpg)
Art show features works from nearly 40 artists
More than 160 pieces of art by 38 artists were on display as part of the Trailblazers’ Advocacy and the Arts program, an arts-based learning opportunity for students with disabilities.
May 23, 2024
![More than 160 pieces of art were showcased at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_8798-900x600.jpg)