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Randy Pausch, the Carnegie Mellon University computer science professor whose final lecture inspired millions, died early today (July 25) in Virginia of pancreatic cancer.

Last fall, Dr. Pausch delivered the lecture at CMU, which has attracted more than six million viewers. (link below)

Dr. Pausch wrote a book, “The Last Lecture,” which … elaborated on his lecture and emphasized the value he placed on hard work and learning from criticism. His words were intended as a legacy for his young children.

In May, Dr. Pausch spoke at the Carnegie Mellon commencement. He said a friend recently told him he was “beating the [Grim] Reaper” because it’s now been nine months since his doctor told him he would die in six.

“But we don’t beat the Reaper by living longer. We beat the Reaper by living well,” said Dr. Pausch, who urged the graduates to find and pursue their passion. 

Watch the Last Lecture:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=nwO7EnM0zWM

Excerpted from the Pittsburgh Gazette 

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