Friday, September 28, 2007

A Dying Professor's Last Lecture

"Top professors are often asked to give final talks on the hypothetical theme: what wisdom would they impart to the world if this were their last chance? Watching healthy teachers consider their demise and ruminate over subjects dear to them can make for an intriguing hour. But a recent speech by Dr. Randy Pausch of Carnegie Mellon University was more than just an academic exercise. The 46-year-old father of three has pancreatic cancer and is not expected to live longer than a few more months. His last lecture was a rollicking and riveting journey through the lessons of his life."

Watch
this very inspiring video here

Also, read the article about the same event here

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