Kelsey Kirk
Down syndrome clinic sets children, families up for success
The Down Syndrome Genetics Follow-up Clinic at the Munroe-Meyer Institute offers education, recommendations for health care and avenues of connection to community and MMI resources.
Oct 9, 2023
Director’s message: Tips for building independence
Independence can often nurture a variety of skills to promote daily living skills or tasks that will prepare children for the transition to adulthood.
Sep 28, 2023
SURP gives students research experience, team-building skills
The Summer Undergraduate Research Program, now in its second year at MMI, gives undergraduate students an immersive summer research experience in one of MMI’s clinical research labs.
Sep 6, 2023
Students learn about careers in speech-language pathology
Students at Blackburn Alternative Program had the opportunity to explore speech-language pathology as a career option during a recent presentation from the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Speech-Language Pathology Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee.
Sep 6, 2023
Jennifer Blackford named Distinguished Scientist
Jennifer Blackford, PhD, director of research at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, has been named a Distinguished Scientist by the UNMC Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research.
Aug 31, 2023
Study shows discharge barriers for hospitalized patients
UNMC’s Chad Vokoun, MD, is part of a cross-sectional, nationwide study of how these barriers contribute to the length of a hospital stay.
Aug 29, 2023
Director’s message: Coping with challenges of a new school year
While a new school year brings excitement, it also can bring its fair share of challenges. Here are some tips from the MMI Psychology Department on how to make the most of this school year.
Aug 25, 2023
Third-generation UNMC student embraces family ties to MMI
Jueliet Menolascino, who started her first year of medical school this fall, is a third-generation UNMC student with family ties to MMI.
Aug 23, 2023
MMI welcomes interns, long-term trainees
At new student orientation, held July 5, MMI welcomed nearly 40 students. Students are working in a handful of departments, including psychology, physical therapy, speech and occupational therapy.
Aug 3, 2023
Training program to teach CPR, first aid to MMI families
A new program in the works at the Munroe-Meyer Institute will train individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their caregivers, in CPR and other first aid skills.
Jul 31, 2023
