Munroe-Meyer Institute

UNMC for the record

News and notes from the UNMC community.

Aug 12, 2016

UNMC works to custom-make cars for children with various physical conditions

Madeline Hauschild, 3, was one of seven kids who got a chance to move around on their own with a push of a button. She was born with cerebral palsy, limiting her mobility.

Aug 11, 2016

Children with little mobility get some vroom to maneuver thanks to modified batt

On Wednesday, Madeline, 3, received a battery-operated toy car modified so that she could sit in it and make it go forward by pushing a large button on the steering wheel. Madeline, who has cerebral palsy, was one of six small children who received cars through a program overseen by the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Children’s Hospital & Medical Center.

Aug 11, 2016

UNMC for the record

News and notes from the UNMC community.

Aug 5, 2016

Four members of the University of Nebraska Cornhusker football team came to visit Camp Munroe this week. Posing for a photo with the campers, in front of a banner the campers made to honor Husker punter Sam Foltz, who died in a car crash on July 24, are (all in back row) Grant Jordan, second from left, Spencer Jordan (in white), Jordan Nelson (second from right) and Harrison Jordan (far right).

MMI’s Askew on target in lab and in competition

Researcher medals twice in fencing at the Cornhusker State Games.

Aug 4, 2016

Lookin’ at U – Kirby Anderson

Cytogenetic technologist marvels at the courage of the couples he helps.

Jul 28, 2016

Kirby Anderson

Dr. Mirnics takes reins at Munroe-Meyer Institute

Karoly Mirnics, M.D., Ph.D., wants to maximize MMI’s impact.

Jul 20, 2016

UNMC for the record

News and notes from the UNMC community.

Jul 15, 2016

Left, MMI's Pam Althof with Patricia Dowling, Ph.D., president of AGT.

Not too late to register for July 16 late night bike ride

More than 1,000 riders expected for 7th annual Owl Ride

Jul 13, 2016

Camp Munroe celebrates 34th anniversary with 400 campers, volunteers

Weekly visiting performers add to fun for children with developmental disabilities

Jul 12, 2016