MMI Monthly

Updates from the Munroe-Meyer Institute | January 5, 2024

Director's message: MMI's Department of Speech-Language Pathology offers unique, diverse care

In Susan Fager's six months with MMI, she's proud to be part of the dynamic and growing department that is driven by the needs of the individuals served.

Winter camp brings taste of summer to MMI

Winter camp is like a “snack” version of the larger Camp Munroe held during the summer months. MMI's winter camp, which runs five days a week for two weeks, serves more than 140 families.

Jennifer Blackford named chair of NIH study section

Jennifer Blackford, PhD, director of research at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, will chair a study section that reviews fellowship applications with an emphasis on behavioral studies designed to further the understanding of the nervous system.

Alice Shillingsburg joins UNMC chancellor on 'Rural Health Matters'

Alice Shillingsburg, PhD, director of the integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at MMI, talked about autism spectrum disorder, particularly in rural America.