Munroe-Meyer Institute

Education

Remembering student affairs leader John McClain, PhD

Dr. McClain served in a variety of leadership roles over his 24 years at UNMC.

Aug 14, 2025

John McClain Jr., PhD

U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer visits Munroe-Meyer Institute

The tour provided a look at services, training and research done at the institute.

Aug 12, 2025

U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer chats with Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, dean and director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute, during a July visit.

Director’s message: Mission continues to be delivering exceptional patient care

n the short time I’ve been here, it’s abundantly clear that everyone truly cares and believes in the mission. I feel very fortunate to be part of such a passionate and purpose-driven team. 

Aug 5, 2025

LuRae Croshaw, manager of the Munroe-Meyer Institute Patient Information Office

MMI, Metropolitan Community College collaborate on mobile device repair program

Four students earned mobile device repair certification through a collaboration with the Munroe-Meyer Institute, Metropolitan Community College and an iFixAmerica training program administered by professionals from iFixOmaha.

Jul 28, 2025

Graduates and program administrators pose for a photo after a ceremony celebrating their success in a joint program between MMI, Metropolitan Community College and an iFixAmerica training program administered by iFixOmaha.

Camp Munroe a ‘very well-oiled machine’ for summer fun

Luisa Brandt, like her peers, looks forward to busy days at Camp Munroe. Her schedule at camp is packed with art, music, swimming, cooking and other summer camp activities.

Jul 22, 2025

Finn Sully, a recreational technician at MMI, sits next to Luisa Brandt, 9. The two were camp buddies for the day.

Lego Camp teaches motor skills, as well as daily living and social skills

This was the third session of Lego Camp, hosted by the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Department of Occupational Therapy, since it was created in fall of 2024.

Jul 22, 2025

George Robertson decorates a makeshift riverbank with Lego creations during the Munroe-Meyer Institute Department of Occupational Therapy's Lego Camp.

New feeding co-treatment model offers sessions with both speech therapist and dietitian

Wade, who had been fully tube fed since he was 5 months old, now eats like his typical peers. His success is thanks to a new feeding co-treatment model with sessions led by both a speech therapist and dietitian.

Jul 17, 2025

Wade Welniak prepares to take a bite during a pediatric feeding session at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Community celebrates grand opening of Fremont ACT Clinic

The Fremont clinic, which has been providing services since 2024, is the third ACT Clinic opened by UNMC and the Munroe-Meyer Institute, and the first outside of the Omaha metro area.

Jul 11, 2025

Cutting the ribbon at the Fremont Autism Care for Toddler Clinic are, from left, Ciara Warden, director of BHECN East; H. Dele Davies, MD, interim chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center; Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, president of the University of Nebraska; Amber Paden, PhD, program director of the Fremont ACT Clinic; the Mau family; Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, dean and director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Community, Outreach

UNMC joins in collaboration with Picotte Center

The center on the Omaha Reservation honors the legacy of Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, partly through new health initiatives with a multidisciplinary team of providers.

Jul 11, 2025

Susan Le Flesche Picotte Center

Steady rain didn’t deter crowd at 56th Annual Garden Walk

During the Munroe-Meyer Guild’s 56th Annual Garden Walk, the sprawling gardens were dotted with umbrellas and raincoat-clad garden-goers. The steady rain didn’t hurt turnout.

Jul 9, 2025

Guests stroll through the "Kismet" garden during the Munroe-Meyer Guild's 56th Annual Garden Walk.