Munroe-Meyer Institute

MMI held ‘Penguin Palooza’ in February

In its second year, the event is being embraced by the MMI community.

Mar 6, 2025

Face painting was one of the activities at the second annual Penguin Palooza at MMI.

Walk and Roll raises more than $42,000

Meyer Foundation’s annual event supports adult rec therapy programming at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Mar 6, 2025

Heidi Sommer, right, speaks to participants as Mark and Hayden Sommer and Meyer Foundation President Mary McHale look on. The Sommers were the honorary advocated family at the Walk and Roll for Disabilities on March 2.

Dr. Mirnics appointed dean of Munroe-Meyer Institute

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, will become dean as well as director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Feb 13, 2025

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD

Director’s column: Navigating work and life at MMI

Work-life balance isn’t about achieving perfection. It’s about being intentional with our time and energy. Some days, work demands more of us. Other days, family and personal priorities take the lead. The key is to set realistic expectations and give ourselves grace in the process.

Feb 10, 2025

Regina Carroll, PhD, associate director of Clinical Services at MMI

Munroe-Meyer Guild announces 2025 grants

The three proposals from the Munroe-Meyer Institute will receive $70,000 from the guild. The Munroe-Meyer Guild has funded grants at MMI for more than 50 years, totaling more than $1 million in grants.

Feb 10, 2025

A garden on display at the Munroe-Meyer Guild's annual Garden Walk

MMI team touches lives through volunteer event

A team from the Munroe-Meyer Institute volunteered at Food Bank for the Heartland last month, touching the lives of more than 1,700 families in need.

Feb 7, 2025

A team from MMI's Department of Education and Child Development poses for a photo after volunteering at Food Bank for the Heartland.

Registration open for Walk and Roll for Disabilities

Walkers and rollers are set to take over the top level of the Oak View Mall next month during the Meyer Foundation for Disabilities’ 21st annual Walk and Roll for Disabilities.

Feb 6, 2025

The Walk and Roll for Disabilities, in its 21st year, will take place March 2 at Oak View Mall.

MMI annual report: Uncovering unrealized potential

The Munroe-Meyer Institute report showcases the institute’s work transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs.

Feb 3, 2025

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

Chancellor’s forum highlights Munroe-Meyer Institute

Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, also discussed UNMC’s community engagement efforts and updates from around UNMC.

Jan 16, 2025

UNMC Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD (at front), hosted Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the Munroe Meyer Institute, as his guest for the January all-campus forum.

Dr. Davies’ all-campus forum is today at MMI

Interim Chancellor Dele Davies, MD, will be joined by Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Jan 13, 2025

UNMC Interim Chancellor Dele Davies, MD, and MMI Director Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD