Outreach

MMI, UCP of Nebraska offer Tech Tools Library

The library contains modified toys, sensory aids, an array of adaptive switches and more.

Feb 28, 2023

An MMI therapist and her guest use a toy from the Tech Tools Library.

MMI’s Turner aims to transform health care

Lequisha Turner will sit on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine’s Committee on Improving the Health and Wellbeing of Children and Youth through Health Care System Transformation.

Feb 28, 2023

Lequisha Turner

AAP, MMI team to celebrate World Autism Day

The event, which is open to the public, is set for April 2.

Feb 28, 2023

Director’s message: MMI and developmental disabilities awareness

In Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a spotlight on MMI’s longtime and ongoing efforts toward meaningful inclusion.

Feb 28, 2023

Mark Shriver, PhD, director, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities

Backstage Pass gives OPS students a glimpse at allied health careers

Benson and Westview students attended the event held by the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions.

Feb 27, 2023

A high school student at the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions' Backstage Pass event looks at cells through the microscope at the diagnostic cytology booth.

BHECN opens second round of ARPA applications

The application cycle closes on April 10, with funding awards likely to be announced in June.

Feb 27, 2023

Dr. Lowe to lead Global Center for Health Security

The transition to a single director will allow the center to be more nimble in the field of global health emergencies.

Feb 22, 2023

John Lowe, PhD

Next application cycle for ARPA funds opens Feb. 27

The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska will accept funding proposals through April 10.

Feb 20, 2023

Marley Doyle, MD

BHECN: Supporting behavioral health across Nebraska

The workforce need is real, and the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska is there to recruit, train, retain.

Feb 17, 2023

Marley Doyle, MD

Bob Bartee and family announce ‘community engagement’ lectureship

Speakers will discuss how scientists can engage the community and build scientific literacy.

Feb 15, 2023

Bob Bartee