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Randy Pausch was a professor of computer science at Carnegie Mellon University. In 2006, he was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. In August 2007, Pausch was told he had a matter of months to live.Carnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
A university spokeswoman said Randy Pausch died on July 25, 2008, at his home in Virginia. Pausch was 47 years old.The Associated Press: Prof Whose 'Last Lecture' Became Sensation Dies (July 25, 2008)
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Fast Facts
- July 25, 2008: Died after battle with pancreatic cancerThe Associated Press: Prof Whose 'Last Lecture' Became Sensation Dies (July 25, 2008)
- Director: Alice Software ProjectCarnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
- Co-founder: Carnegie Mellon Entertainment Technology CenterCarnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
- Former Disney Imagineer
- September 18, 2007: Farewell lectureCarnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
- Lecture title: "Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams"Carnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
- Spouse: JaiCarnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
- Children: Chloe, Dylan and LoganCarnegie Mellon University: An Enduring Legacy
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The Last Lecture
Pausch was invited to present a "last lecture," wherein a professor is asked to ruminate on his legacy and accomplishments. He gave the talk on September 18, 2007, and the particular poignancy of his situation brought national attention. A book, The Last Lecture: Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams was published in 2008.The Associated Press: Prof whose 'last lecture' became sensation dies (July 25, 2008) -
Randy Pausch's Last Lecture Quotes
"We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand."ABC News: Professor's Full Lecture: Part 1 (October 3, 2007)"...we're not going to talk about spirituality and religion, although I will tell you that I have achieved a deathbed conversion... I just bought a Macintosh."ABC News: Professor's Full Lecture: Part 1 (October 3, 2007)
"Some brick walls are made of flesh."ABC News: Professor's Full Lecture: Part 1 (October 3, 2007)
"...I think that that's one of the best things you can give somebody – the chance to show them what it feels like to make other people get excited and happy."ABC News: Professor's Full Lecture: Part 1 (October 3, 2007)
"...you just have to decide if you're a Tigger or an Eeyore. ... Never lose the childlike wonder."ABC News: Professor's Full Lecture: Part 1 (October 3, 2007)
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Carnegie Mellon University: Randy Pausch's Home Page
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ABC News: Last Lecture Author Dies
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The Associated Press: Prof Whose 'Last Lecture' Became Sensation Dies
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RT @earthXplorer: "Brick Walls are there 4 a reason: They let us prove how badly we want things! ~Randy Pausch~ http://tinyurl.com/kmwl26
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"Brick Walls are there 4 a reason: They let us prove how badly we want things! ~Randy Pausch~ http://tinyurl.com/kmwl26
@earthxplorer | November 15, 2009 03:57 PM -
If you only watch one web video, make it Randy Pausch's time management tips: http://bit.ly/1LZynw
@DaisyWhitney | November 15, 2009 03:47 PM -
RT @TerranceCharles: Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted. ~ Randy Pausch #quote
@Eric_Hartz | November 15, 2009 01:42 PM -
I must urge everybody to watch the famous Randy Pausch Last Lecture: http://tinyurl.com/2z3wsx Rewatched it yesterday and it's so inspiring!
@and_moe | November 15, 2009 01:40 PM
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View All Randy Pausch Questions (40) | Ask a QuestionRandy Pausch died of Cancer in 2008 but lives on in his online video The Last Lecture, Which he gave at what university in 2007? (1 Answer)"The Last Lecture" was given at Carnegie Mellon on Sept. 18, 2007. Here is a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo read moreDOES ANYONE HAVE A ANSWER TO WHAT HAPPENED TO RANDI RHODES I REALLY MISS HER INFORMED RADIO FORMAT. (1 Answer)Nova M Radio, which was running Randi's show, appears to be in some financial difficulty. It was rumored to be about to file bankruptcy, although (according to Wikipedia) it hasn't ... read moreIs James Randi's $1 million challenge proof there is no such thing as paranormal activity (psychics, magnetic humans, faith healing, etc)? (5 Answers)I think certain things in life are just unexplainable, and I doubt a million dollars would expose that; let alone to a skeptic. read more
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Randy Pausch, a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon gave his last lecture after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. His lecture was not about dying, but about the overcoming obstacles and enabling the dreams of others.
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"We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand." --Randy Pausch A lot of professors give talks titled "The Last Lecture." Professors are asked to consider their demise and to ruminate on what matter...
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