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Randy Pausch (1960–2008) was a professor of computer science, human-computer interaction, and design at Carnegie Mellon University. Jeffrey Zaslow (1958–2012) was a journalist and author who co-wrote the book with Pausch.
Known for: The Last Lecture
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The Last Lecture
Written by Carnegie Mellon professor Randy Pausch after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, this book expands on his famous 'Last Lecture' about achieving childhood dreams. It blends humor, inspiration, and practical wisdom, offering reflections on life, perseverance, and the importance of enabling others’ dreams.
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Childhood Dreams
Growing up in Maryland, I was the sort of kid who stared out the window of our modest home and imagined floating in space. I wanted to experience zero gravity, to be Captain Kirk, to design rides at Disney, to win stuffed animals at carnivals, to author a book, even to swim in the World’s Largest Po...
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Enabling the Dreams of Others
As I matured, one truth began to outshine even my own ambitions: the greatest joy doesn’t come from achieving your dreams but from helping others achieve theirs. Teaching became my way of spreading that joy. At Carnegie Mellon, I co-founded the Entertainment Technology Center, a place where artists ...
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About Randy Pausch
Randy Pausch (1960–2008) was a professor of computer science, human-computer interaction, and design at Carnegie Mellon University. Jeffrey Zaslow (1958–2012) was a journalist and author who co-wrote the book with Pausch.
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