Nicole Lindquist

MMI’s Jason Zeleny loves his dirty job

You probably won’t see Jason Zeleny on an episode of “Dirty Jobs” with Mike Rowe anytime soon, but his work can be messy.

Jan 29, 2010

Walk and Roll captain ready to lead Feb. 21 march

KellyLynn Wakehouse is one of only a few girls in her class in Airforce Jr. Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFJRROTC). She’s also the only person with a disability.

Jan 28, 2010

Wear Denim for Disabilities Jan. 18-Feb. 5

UNMC employees can contribute to recreation therapy programs at the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) simply by wearing denim.

Jan 18, 2010

Santa stops at MMI

While preparing for his yearly big trip, Santa Claus managed to spend some time at the Munroe-Meyer Institute on Monday.

Dec 24, 2009

Arts for Hearts on Dec. 2 and 3

The annual Arts for Hearts show will be held on Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Durham Outpatient Center Central Atrium.

Nov 30, 2009

Ability awareness the focus of recent panel discussion

At first glance, most people wouldn’t consider Christine Crosby fortunate. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy, she looks like she may fall when she walks and her speech is labored. Still, Crosby doesn’t feel sorry for herself and she doesn’t want anyone else to either.

Oct 26, 2009

Live United ’09 – American Red Cross provides accute support

Robin Zagurski will never forget the night of June 11, 2008: the night of the Little Sioux tornado, the night four boy scouts were killed.

Oct 20, 2009

Melanie Schrack receives Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ award

On Melanie Schrack’s 44th birthday, Dec. 27, 2000, she received the gift of a job at UNMC. Since that day, her colleagues say, she’s been the best present UNMC could ask for.

Oct 14, 2009

Dr. Smith’s CoBRE grant renewed for nearly $10.4 million

Competitors are often thought of as athletes — not research scientists. But the battle for research funds is fierce as numerous investigators compete for the same grants. Researchers with multiple victories — such as UNMC’s Shelley Smith, Ph.D. — could be considered hall-of-famers.

Oct 9, 2009

Grant ‘inflates’ job opportunities for adults with autism

Mascots like Herbie Husker are thought to bring good luck. A Munroe-Meyer Institute researcher hopes the lovable inflatable characters can also bring jobs for young adults with autism.

Sep 17, 2009