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Study examines therapists’ physiological experiences

A recent study conducted by team of researchers at the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute set out to learn what therapists experience at a physiological level in clinical situations they encounter on the job.

Feb 12, 2026

From left, Emily Sullivan, PhD, adjunct assistant professor in the integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Tara Fahmie, PhD, director of the MMI Department of Severe Behavior

UNMC announces fall 2025 dean’s list

The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its fall 2025 dean’s list for students enrolled in the colleges of nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and allied health professions.

Feb 10, 2026

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Munroe-Meyer Institute’s annual report highlights ‘Building Momentum’

The 2025 report, now available online, discusses MMI’s efforts to grow its programs and initiatives.

Feb 10, 2026

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, dean and director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute

Walk and Roll for Disabilities slated for March 1

Funds raised during the Walk and Roll for Disabilities go toward recreational programming, including cooking club, yoga club and a Thursday night program aimed at adults, at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Feb 5, 2026

Attendees set off on a lap during last year's Walk and Roll for Disabilities. This year's event is slated for March 1 at Oak View Mall.

Winter camp mixes life skills with traditional day-camp experience

MMI’s Recreational Therapy Department hosted its annual winter camp in December, and nearly 200 campers attended.

Jan 21, 2026

Nearly 200 campers were greeted with festive decor and seasonal activities during MMI's annual winter camp held in December.

Celebration of Excellence set for Feb. 20

The event, held at the Scott Conference Center on the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus, honors outstanding achievement during the past year at the institute.

Jan 14, 2026

The exterior of the Munroe-Meyer Institute

Winter camp mixes life skills with traditional day-camp experience

MMI’s Recreational Therapy Department hosted its annual winter camp in December. Nearly 200 campers — ranging in age from 3 to 20 — attended.

Jan 14, 2026

Nearly 200 campers were greeted with festive decor and seasonal activities during MMI's annual winter camp held in December.

UNMC confers more than 400 degrees during winter commencement

Diplomas were conferred on more than 400 University of Nebraska Medical Center students on Dec. 19.

Jan 8, 2026

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Dental band named to Nebraska Performing Arts Hall of Fame

Raw Nerve, formed by UNMC College of Dentistry faculty in 1989, still features three college educators, one alumnus.

Dec 31, 2025

Raw Nerve performs. Steve Pejsar, DDS, is second from left; Jim Jenkins, DDS, is to the right of Dr. Pejsar with a tambourine; Bob Schoettger, DDS, is in the back row at right on keyboards. Bruce Bavitz, DMD, is not pictured.

Dr. Davies addresses joint accreditation at monthly forum

The forum also included updates from the UNMC College of Dentistry and collaborative efforts through the NU System.

Dec 19, 2025

UNMC Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davis, MD, and Gerard Kugel, DMD, PhD, dean of the UNMC College of Dentistry