Kelsey Kirk
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)
Project designed to show caregiver appreciation
A new Munroe-Meyer Institute project is designed to show caregivers appreciation and offer support this fall.
May 23, 2024
![Maggie Neujahr, manager of care coordination](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/10_24_2022_MaggieNeujahr001-900x600.jpg)
Laser to offer dental patients a more sensory friendly experience
The laser should help to quell overwhelming sensations like shrill noises, vibrations and bright lights.
May 23, 2024
![Corinne Van Osdel, DDS](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/01_12_2023_CorinneVanOsdel008-900x600.jpg)
Autism Eats draws more than 30 guests and positive feedback
The Munroe-Meyer Institute joined with national organization Autism Eats to present a low-key, sensory friendly dining experience for several autism families.
May 20, 2024
![Guests eat during a sensory friendly dining experience hosted by MMI and Autism Eats.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_1722-900x600.jpg)
Director’s message: Highlights from the past year
The Munroe-Meyer Institute annually trains more than 350 students from more than 40 colleges and universities across the country, including all four University of Nebraska campuses.
May 17, 2024
![Keith Allen, PhD, BCBA-D, director of MMI Academic Affairs](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AllenKeith2013b-900x600.jpeg)
Munroe-Meyer Guild’s annual Garden Walk set for June 9
Tickets for the event, which showcases seven gardens, are on sale now.
May 9, 2024
![](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/GardenWalk2019060823-900x600.jpg)
Learn about owls at Science Café
Get an up-close look at owls and get a chance to dissect owl pellets.
May 8, 2024
![Kathy Fischer, manager of Fontenelle Forest's Raptor Program](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/180725_Raptor-Woodland-Refuge_Kathy-900x600.jpg)
Melonie Welsh recognized with ITEACH Award
Melonie Welsh, director of community engagement at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, received the Faculty Advisor Excellence in Engagement Award last month.
Apr 30, 2024
![Melonie Welsh receives an ITEACH Award last month.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04_17_2024_iTEACHAwards060-900x600.jpg)
MMI was in Omaha family’s corner to provide resources
The Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Autism Care for Toddlers clinic was an important player for the Stottle family. “It’s good to have someone in your corner and that’s been Munroe-Meyer.”
Apr 30, 2024
![Von Stottle, a graduate of MMI's Autism Care for Toddlers Clinic, is now 10 and goes to school, can stay home alone and make himself meals.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Von-2-900x600.jpg)