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By USucceed, October 18, 2011 8:46 am

Ever wonder just how RooBot, the giant library robot, works? Ever wish you could go inside the 4-story robot addition to see the robot face-to-face? Now you can do just that as Miller Nichols Library hosts monthly “Meet the Robot” tours!

Every third Thursday of each month at 3:00pm, bring a friend and join trained Library Specialists as they take you behind the scenes to get up close and personal with RooBot, the library robot. During these brief, 15 minute tours library specialist will take you inside Miller Nichols Library Robot addition to provide a demonstration of the robot in action. 

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNl0fAp7ZGc[/youtube]Meet RooBot the UMKC Libraries Robot (2:50)

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By USucceed, October 18, 2011 8:45 am

Being in college can make staying healthy difficult–with so much going on and never enough hours in the day, it’s easy to slip into a routine of fast food, late night pizza, and exercise only when walking to class.  However, eating right and exercising regularly helps keep you mentally and physically fit–which is what you need to be to fight off seasonal flu as well as stay alert in class and while studying.  Here are a few things to keep in mind that will make getting to and maintaining that fabulous body image possible!

Many people believe that eating right is more expensive and time-consuming, however that is not true.  Here are some simple tips to healthy eating even on a college student’s budget and schedule:

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By USucceed, October 18, 2011 8:41 am

Ambassador Akbar Ahmed: Oct. 27

Ambassador Akbar Ahmed will be speaking on “Reflection on a Decade Since 9/11: Where do we go from here?” It will take place Thursday, October 27 at 6pm in the Pierson Auditorium. Please register online.

Eric Schlosser: Nov 1

Eric Schlosser, author of “Fast Food Nation” (subject of UMKC’s recent Social Justice Book and Lecture), explores subjects in his writing that are traditionally ignored by mainstream media and gives a voice to those not often heard. Join him on November 1 at 6pm in the Pierson Auditorium. Please register online.

Chely Wright: Nov 8

Chely Wright is the PRIDE Keynote Address speaker. She is an acclaimed singer, songwriter, and LGBTQ activist. She will be at UMKC on November 8 at 6pm in Pierson Auditorium. Please register online.

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By USucceed, October 18, 2011 8:39 am

Student tickets are $10. To purchase tickets, visit the Central Ticket Office website, or call them at 235-6222.