Kelsey Kirk
Dr. Mirnics visits White House with Special Olympics group
Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute, attended a holiday dinner at the White House to celebrate the work of Special Olympics.
Dec 11, 2024
MMI Voices: Helping kids get more than sugar during holiday meals
Many parents worry about their children’s eating habits over the holidays. But how can parents help their children’s diet over the holiday break without being a Scrooge? The best way to encourage less candy and sweets is to encourage other foods by setting up a routine and making those other foods fun.
Dec 11, 2024
Westside visit to MMI offers look at belonging, inclusion
A group of 50 educators from Westside Community Schools toured the Munroe-Meyer Institute in November. Guests saw a sampling of what the institute has to offer.
Dec 10, 2024
New MMI clinic is one-stop shop as young adults transition to adult care providers
A new clinic initiative has made the Munroe-Meyer Institute a one-stop shop for young adults transitioning toward visiting adult care providers.
Nov 5, 2024
Director’s column: Giving everyone access to good jobs
Reflecting on National Disability Employment Awareness Month, MMI has much to take pride in.
Oct 31, 2024
Wheel Club offers inclusion and independence
Wheel Club is open to individuals with developmental disabilities as well as their family and friends. Many club members are regulars, signing up year after year. But new riders join sessions, too.
Oct 31, 2024
Hundreds turn out for annual trick-or-treat event
More than 700 guests flowed through trick-or-treating stations set up on the first floor of the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Oct 30, 2024
MMI continues to see growth, change
Annual clinical visits, grant funding and community engagement involvement all have grown over the last year at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Oct 30, 2024
MMI faculty recognized as UNMC Circle of Distinction
The four MMI professors were part of 50 faculty members and their corresponding benefactors who were honored during the event.
Oct 23, 2024
RiteCare Conference offers education, networking
More than 80 attendees from a dozen states attended the RiteCare Conference hosted by the Munroe-Meyer Institute in September.
Oct 23, 2024