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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

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

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&period; This year's event is slated for March 1 at Oak View Mall&period;

MMI Voices: LEND shaped my career. Now I’ll help build on its legacy of preparing leaders

An intentional transition period before taking over leadership of MMI’s LEND program has given Jennifer Burt, Phd, a former LEND trainee, space to reconnect with the program’s mission and deepen relationships with faculty and partners.

Feb 5, 2026

Jennifer Burt, PhD, associate director of MMI's LEND program

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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&period;

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

MMI Voices: Pediatric primary care opening at MMI

As MMI continues to grow, it’s expanding its clinical services to include pediatric primary care. One of the major goals of this new service is to create a medical home where people can receive all the necessary health care services to thrive.

Jan 9, 2026

Brittni Herrera, MD, assistant professor and general pediatrician at MMI

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

Winter camps offer structure, fun for campers and caregivers

MMI is home to two winter camps, one hosted by the recreational therapy department and the other by the occupational therapy department.

Dec 16, 2025

Campers made crafts during a winter camp session hosted by the occupational therapy department&period; Recreational therapy also hosts a winter camp&period;