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Randy Pausch (1960-2008)

Randy Pausch (1960-2008). Randy was born in Baltimore, Maryland He received a degree in Computer Science In 1988, Pausch received a PhD in Computer Science Pausch spent some time working for Disney He specialized in creating virtual worlds Pausch was diagnosed with cancer in 2006

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Randy Pausch (1960-2008)

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  1. Randy Pausch (1960-2008) • Randy was born in Baltimore, Maryland • He received a degree in Computer Science • In 1988, Pausch received a PhD in Computer Science • Pausch spent some time working for Disney • He specialized in creating virtual worlds • Pausch was diagnosed with cancer in 2006 • He became famous for his “Last Lecture” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZ-IxbiI8Ts

  2. Christa McAuliffe (1948-1986) • Christa was born in Boston, MA • She received a degree in education in 1970 • Christa taught social studies and history • She focused on “ordinary” people in history • In 1985, Christa was selected as the first Teacher in Space • On Jan 28, 1986, Christa died when the space shuttle Challenger exploded • McAuliffe was awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor in 2004 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4JOjcDFtBE

  3. Anne Sullivan Macy (1866-1936) • Anne was born in Massachusetts • She dealt with great loss at an early age • Anne lost nearly all her sight during her developing years • She was most known for her work with Helen Keller • Anne was Helen’s teacher for thirteen years • Sullivan married in 1905-marriage split several years later • Anne spent time working for the American Foundation for the Blind

  4. Dian Fossey (1932-1985) • Dian was born in San Francisco • She graduated with a degree in occupational therapy • After a trip to Africa in 1963, Dian became interested in studying mountain gorillas • Dian studied gorillas in Rwanda for 18 years • She was the first person to have voluntary contact with a gorilla • Her favorite gorilla, Digit, was killed by poachers • After Digit’s death, Dian campaigned against poaching • In 1985, Dian was killed by an intruder into her home

  5. Otis Redding (1941-1967) • Otis was born in Dawson, GA • He got his start in church choirs • Redding was influenced by the music of Little Richard • Redding began touring the south in 1960 • He had his first hit with “These Arms of Mine” • Otis wrote many of his own songs • Redding died in a plane crash on Dec. 10, 1967 • His number one hit, (“Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay,” was released one month after his death • Redding will forever be known as the “King of Soul” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzrXc68gNjQ

  6. Todd Beamer (1968-2001) • Beamer was born in Flint, Michigan • Growing up, Todd defined himself by athletics • Beamer earned an MBA from DePaul University • Todd married his college sweetheart, Lisa in 1994 • Beamer worked as an account manager for Oracle • He was a passenger on United Flight 93 on September 11, 2001 • Along with several passengers, Beamer tried to take control of the airplane away from terrorists • Beamer is known for his famous “Let’s Roll” remark • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7arO6mTs5W0

  7. Martha Washington (1731-1802) • Martha was born in New Kent County, VA • She was trained at home in “domestic arts” • Martha lost two children and her first husband • She married George Washington in 1759 • Martha often followed George out into battle • She held numerous dinners once George became president • The couple retired to Mount Vernon, where Martha died in 1802

  8. Marian Anderson (1897-1993) • Born in Philadelphia • Marian’s vocal talent was recognized early in life • Anderson found very few singing roles in the US- due to her race • Went to England where she became quite popular • In 1939, she was refused the opportunity to sing at Constitution Hall • First black woman to sing with the New York Metropolitan Opera • Sang at the inaugurations of Eisenhower and Kennedy • Anderson was appointed as an ambassador to the United Nations in 1958

  9. Sandra Day O’Connor (1930- ) • Sandra was born in El Paso, TX • She was considered a “child of the frontier” • Sandra attended private school and later attended Stanford University • She had a difficult time finding a job due to her gender • O’Connor was elected to the Arizona State Senate in 1970 • In 1974, O’Connor left the legislature in order to become a judge • In 1981, President Reagan nominated O’Connor to the Supreme Court • She became the first female to serve on the court • O’Connor retired from the SC in 2005

  10. Bobby Darin (1936-1973) • Darin was born in the Bronx, NY • He suffered from rheumatic fever as a child, leaving his heart weak • Darin taught himself to play the piano, drums, and guitar • His first hit song was “Splish Splash” • Darin was nominated for an Academy Award in 1963 • He won two Grammy Awards during his career • Darin also served as a goodwill ambassador for the American Heart Association • He died following heart surgery in December, 1973 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMCsc4Iqvqc

  11. Babe Zaharias (1911-1956) • Zaharias was born in Port Arthur, TX • She got the nickname “Babe” from Babe Ruth • Babe was known for her outstanding athletic abilities • She won two gold medals in the 1932 Olympics • Zaharias especially showed great skill in golf • She helped start the LPGA • Over a twenty-year career, Babe won 82 golf tournaments • She was the first woman to qualify for a men's’ golf event

  12. George Reeves (1914-1959) • Born George Brewer in Iowa • George moves around a lot as a child-ends up in California • Began acting and singing in high school • George also boxed as a heavyweight in amateur matches-his mom made him stop • Began his film career in Gone With the Wind • Most famous for his role as Superman in Adventures of Superman • His death remains a mystery- dead at age 45

  13. Ray Kroc (1902-1984) • Kroc was born in Oak Park, Illinois • During WWI, Kroc trained to be an ambulance driver • Kroc held many jobs after war: paper cup salesman, musician, etc. • He became well known for selling milkshake machines • Kroc partnered with two brothers to open McDonald’s • McDonald’s was known for assembly line production and standardization • Kroc was responsible for opening the Ronald McDonald House • He amassed a fortune of 500 million dollars during his lifetime

  14. Henry “Hank” Aaron (1934- ) • Aaron was born in Mobile, Alabama • He grew up on a farm, working in cotton fields • Aaron made his MLB debut in 1954 • He was an all-star 24 times • Broke Babe Ruth’s home run record in 1974 • Aaron was the first player to hit 500 home runs and reach 3,000 hits • Aaron was elected to the MLB Hall of Fame in 1982 • He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2002

  15. Marvin Gaye (1939-1984) • Gaye was born in Washington, DC • His father was a minister-strict upbringing • After spending time in the military, Gaye joined a band with his friend • He joined Motown in 1961 • Gaye achieved great success with his friend, Tammi Terrell • He spoke out against war in some of his music (What’s Going On) • He also became famous for producing his own music • Gaye was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz-UvQYAmbg

  16. Dottie West (1932-1991) • Born Dorothy Marie Marsh outside McMinnville, TN • She had a tough childhood-abusive father • Dottie studied music at TN Tech • In 1961, Dottie moved to Nashville • West earned her first Top 40 hit in 1963 • She was the first female country singer to win a Grammy award • West achieved great success with the song “Country Sunshine” • She was also known for her duets with Kenny Rogers

  17. Dr. C. Everett Koop (1916- ) • Koop was born in Brooklyn, NY • He received his M.D. degree in 1941 • From 1946 to 1981, Koop was surgeon-in-chief at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • He helped establish the nation’s first neonatal surgical intensive care unit • Koop performed groundbreaking surgical procedures on conjoined twins • He became the first editor of the Journal of Pediatric Surgery in 1966 • Koop served as the Surgeon General of the US from 1982 to 1989

  18. Bob Beamon (1946- ) • Beamon was born in Queens, NY • His athletic abilty was discovered while in high school • Beamon spent time on the All-American Track and Field Team • He received a scholarship to the University of Texas-El Paso • At the 1968 Olympic Games, Beamon set a world record in the long jump (29 ft. 2 ½ in.) • In 1972, Bob returned to school and completed his degree • Beamon is a member of both the National Track and Field Hall of Fame and the US Olympic Hall of Fame • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mmrD3g7A90

  19. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-EiKPrAOHA Roy Orbison (1936-1988) • Orbison was born in Vernon, TX • His family moved around in order to find work • He decided he would sing professionally while in college • In 1960, Orbison became a household name with “Only The Lonely.” • He suffered several tragedies throughout his short life (death of wife, sons) • After several unsuccessful years, Orbison’s career was revived in the 1980s • Orbison was known for his powerful voice (even impressed Elvis) • He was inducted into the Rock and Roll HOF in 1987 • Orbison died after suffering a heart attack http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Skcm5WyTNE&feature=fvw

  20. Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin (1930- ) • Aldrin was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey • He attended West Point in NY • During the Korean War, Aldrin served as a fighter pilot • After the war, Aldrin worked as a test pilot instructor • He was selected as an astronaut in 1963 • Aldrin was the second man to walk on the moon

  21. Nellie Tayloe Ross (1876-1977) • Ross was born in Andrew County, Missouri • She attended a teacher-training college and taught kindergarten • Ross became governor of Wyoming after the death of her husband • She was the first female governor in the history of the US • Ross received several votes for the nomination of Vice-President in 1928 • In 1933, Ross was appointed as the first female director of the US Mint

  22. Nellie Bly (1864-1922) • She was born Elizabeth Cochran in Armstrong County, PA • Bly attended boarding school, but dropped out due to lack of money • She began her career writing for the Pittsburgh Dispatch • Bly was most interested in investigative reporting • She faked insanity in order to report on life in a mental institution • Bly also traveled around the world in 72 days • She had a strong interest in orphanages

  23. Edward Brooke (1919- ) Brooke was born in Washington, DC After graduating, he spent five years in the army Brooke graduated from law school in 1948 He was elected Attorney General of Massachusetts in 1962 Brooke was elected to the US Senate in 1967 (first African American) In 2004, Brooke was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom

  24. Milton Hershey (1857-1945) Hershey was born in Derry Church, PA. He developed a love for candy after apprenticing in a candy shop. Hershey began the Lancaster Caramel Company in 1883. One of his goals was to develop a formula for milk chocolate and then sell it to the public. He opened his chocolate factory in his hometown, with the hopes of creating many jobs. Along with his wife, Hershey opened a school for orphan boys in 1909. Hershey also supplied soldiers with chocolate bars during WWII.

  25. Dr. Ronald McNair (1950-1986) McNair was born in Lake City, SC After high school, McNair attended NC A&T He received a PhD from MIT in 1976 In 1978, McNair was selected as one of thirty-five applicants to train at NASA (out of 10,000) He was the second African American to fly into space (1984) McNair died onboard Space Shuttle Challenger (1986) McNair was an accomplished saxophonist and fifth-degree black belt (karate)

  26. Dr. Judy Resnik (1949-1986) Resnik was born in Akron, Ohio She was a graduate of Carnegie Mellon In 1977, Resnik earned her PhD in electrical engineering Resnik was selected to train as an astronaut in 1978 She was the second woman to go into space (1984) Also, Resnik was the first Jewish woman in space She died while onboard space shuttle Challenger

  27. Robert H. Lawrence (1935-1967) Lawrence was born in Chicago, IL. At the age of 20, he graduated with a degree in Chemistry. Lawrence became a U.S. Air Force pilot at the age of 21. He earned his PhD in 1965 He accumulated over 2,5000 flying hours as a USAF pilot . In 1967, Lawrence was selected as an astronaut in the Air Force’s Manned Orbital Laboratory Program. He was killed in December of 1967 during a test flight .

  28. Stevie Wonder (1950- ) • Wonder was born in Saginaw, Michigan • He began playing instruments at an early age • Wonder was signed to a contract at age eleven • He is known for his hits “Superstition,” and “Sir Duke” • Wonder has total creative control over his music • He has recorded more than 30 US top ten hits • Wonder has won 22 Grammy Awards

  29. James Earl Jones (1931- ) • Jones was born in Arkabutla, Mississippi • As a child, Jones had difficulties with stuttering-teachers allowed him to recite poetry • Jones attended the University of Michigan-spent time in the army • During his career, Jones has won two Tony Awards • He was one of the first celebrities to appear on Sesame Street • He was the first African American to portray the President of the US on film • Jones is best known for providing his voice to several well-known movie characters (Darth Vader and Mufasa) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxwrVw6Vsjw

  30. Dr. Guion Bluford (1942- ) Bluford was born in Philadelphia, PA He received a degree in aerospace engineering in 1964 Bluford received his pilot’s wings in 1966-flew 144 combat missions in the USAF He served as a flight instructor after leaving the Air Force Over the span of four years, Bluford received both his master’s degree and his PhD In 1979, Bluford was selected as an astronaut for NASA He became the first African American in space in 1983 Bluford flew four times into space

  31. John Walsh (1945- ) • Walsh was born in Auburn, NY • He received a degree from the University of Buffalo • Walsh worked as a hotel marketing executive in Hollywood, FL • His son, Adam, was murdered in 1981 • Walsh and his wife established the Adam Walsh Child Resource Center, a non-profit organization • He helped start the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in 1984 • In 1988, Walsh began hosting America’s Most Wanted • In his career, Walsh has helped take down over 1,050 fugitives and he has helped bring home more than 50 missing children

  32. Doris “Dorie” Miller (1919-1943) • He was born in Waco, TX • Dorie worked on a farm until joining the Navy in 1939 • Miller served as a cook onboard the USS West Virginia • During the attack on Pearl Harbor, Miller fought back by firing at Japanese planes • Miller was the first African American to be awarded the Navy Cross • Miller died in 1943 when his ship, the USS Liscome Bay, was sunk by a Japanese submarine

  33. Thomas Burnett, Jr. (1963-2001) • Burnett was born in Bloomington, MN • He was recruited to play college football- an injury ended his career • Burnett received a degree in Finance • On September 11, 2001, Burnett was a passenger on United Flight 93 • He came up with the idea of taking the plane back from the terrorists • Burnett was awarded the Arthur Ashe Courage Award in 2002

  34. Barbara Jordan (1936-1996) • Jordan was born in Houston, TX • During college, Jordan became skilled in public speaking and debate • She attended Boston University Law School • Jordan campaigned for Kennedy in 1960 • In 1966, she became the first woman elected to the Texas State Senate • Jordan served in the US Congress from 1972-1979 • She delivered the Keynote Address at the 1976 Democratic National Convention • After retiring, Jordan taught at the University of Texas • She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1994

  35. John Wayne (1907-1979) • Wayne was born Marion Robert Morrison in Winterset, Iowa • He attended USC on a football scholarship (lost scholarship due to injury) • Wayne’s breakthrough role came with the classic, Stagecoach • In support of the military, Wayne made several movies about war • Wayne won a Best Actor Oscar for True Grit • He died from stomach cancer in 1979 • Wayne has received both the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom • In 1999, AFI named Wayne 13th among the greatest male stars of all time

  36. Bing Crosby (1903-1977) • He was born Harry Lillis Crosby in Tacoma, WA • Bing got his start as a member of the Rhythm Boys • He made his solo radio debut in 1931 • During WWII, Crosby was declared the “most admired man alive” • In 1944, Crosby won a Best Actor Oscar • Crosby won the first Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1962 • Crosby died after suffering a heart attack • Based on ticket sales, Crosby is the third most popular actor in history (appeared in 79 films) • Crosby’s most popular recording, “White Christmas,” has sold over 100 million copies • In his lifetime, Crosby recorded 1,700 song. 383 of those were in the top 30, and of those, 41 hit #1 • Also, Bing is a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame

  37. Arthur Ashe (1943-1993) • Ashe was born in Richmond, VA • He began playing tennis at the age of six • Ashe was an NCAA champion at UCLA • After college, Ashe spent two years in the army • Ashe won three Grand Slam titles during his career (Wimbledon, US Open, Australian Open) • He retired from tennis in 1980 after suffering a heart attack • Ashe served as the national campaign chairman for the American Heart Association • He was the first person named to the US Professional Tennis Hall of Fame • Two months before his death, Ashe started the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health • He died from AIDS on February 6, 1993

  38. Elvis Presley (1935-1977) Elvis was born in Tupelo, Mississippi His vocal abilities were recognized at an early age After moving to Memphis, Elvis worked as a truck driver He recorded his first song when he was 18 Presley’s first number one song was “Heartbreak Hotel” Presley made national attention on the Ed Sullivan Show He served in the army for two years Presley made 33 films during his career He won three Grammy Awards Elvis died at his home, Graceland, on August 16, 1977

  39. Robert E. Lee (1807-1870) • Lee was born in Stratford, VA • He entered West Point in 1825-graduated second in his class • Lee fought during the Mexican-American War • He was asked by Lincoln to lead a new Union army • He did not believe in secession or slavery • Lee later became commander of the Army of Northern Virginia • In 1865, Lee was put in command of all Confederate troops • After the war, Lee served as president of Washington College

  40. Dr. Janet G. Travell (1901-1997) Travell was born in NYC She got the inspiration to go into medicine from her father Travell graduated from Wellesley College in 1922 She earned her M.D. from Cornell University in 1926 Travell served as ambulance surgeon on the NYC police force She later returned to Cornell as a professor Travell’s major focuses were in Cardiology and skeletal muscle pain She helped develop new techniques for treating painful muscle spasms (sprays used in sports medicine) JFK appointed Travell to the post of Personal Physician to the President (first female) She remained active teaching, writing, and giving lectures across the country, until her death in 1997

  41. Nolan Ryan (1947- ) • Ryan was born in Refugio, TX • In second grade, Ryan began working on a paper route • He possessed a natural gift for baseball-drafted out of high school • He played his first MLB game in 1966 • Ryan set a major league record in 1973 by striking out 383 players • He was the first pitcher to make one million dollars in a season • Ryan is the all-time leader in strikeouts • He retired in 1993 after playing a record 27 seasons • Ryan is also the only pitcher to throw seven no-hitters • Ryan’s fastball gave him the nickname “The Ryan Express.”

  42. Ruth Bader Ginsburg (1933- ) • Ginsburg was born in Brooklyn, NY • She attended Cornell-graduated from Columbia Law School • Ginsburg was a professor at both Rutgers and Columbia • In 1970, Ginsburg helped create a law journal focused on the rights of women • In 1980, President Carter named Ginsburg to a federal court of appeals • Ginsburg became the second woman on the US Supreme Court in 1993 • She is the first Jewish person to serve on the court

  43. Hiram L. Fong (1906-2004) • Fong was born in Honolulu, Hawaii-son of Chinese immigrants • As a young man, he worked shining shoes and selling papers • Fong graduated from the University of Hawaii • He saved up enough money to attend Harvard Law School • Fong started the first multiracial law firm in Honolulu • In 1938, Fong was elected to Hawaii’s territorial House of Reps. • Fong fought hard for Hawaii to achieve statehood • He served four terms as the nation’s first Chinese American senator • Fong was the first Asian American to receive votes for president at a major party convention • He was the first man from Hawaii to run for President of the US

  44. Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) • Woodson was born in New Canton, VA-the son of former slaves • He did not attend school regularly as a child • Woodson entered high school at the age of 20 • He would eventually go on to attend college- received his PhD from Harvard in 1912 • Woodson felt that the history of African Americans was often ignored • In 1915, he founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History • Woodson began publication of the Journal of Negro History in 1916 • He strongly believed in self-reliance and racial respect for all • Woodson led the push for establishing Black History Week

  45. John Williams (1932- ) Williams was born in Flushing, NY In 1948, Williams moved to California with his family-attended UCLA He was drafted into the U.S. Air Force in 1952 After his service ended, Williams moved to NYC and entered Julliard He got his start as an orchestrator for the film studios From 1980 to 1993, Williams served as conductor of the Boston Pops Orchestra Williams has composed music for such movies as Jaws, E.T., Indiana Jones, Superman, and three Harry Potter movies He has also composed music for four different Olympic Games, NBC Nightly News, and the rededication of the Statue of Liberty Williams has won five Academy Awards and 21 Grammy Awards His 45 Academy Award nominations is second all-time, after Walt Disney Williams won Kennedy Center Honors in 2004

  46. Deborah Sampson (1760-1827) Sampson was born in Plympton, MA As a child, Sampson’s family was forced to become indentured servants After ending her service, Sampson became a school teacher She is most famous for pretending to be a man so she could fight during the Revolution (Robert Shurtliff) Sampson was wounded during her first battle In 1783, Sampson was promoted and served seven months as a waiter to General John Patterson Sampson had a difficult time receiving payment for her military service, because she was a woman In 1802, she began giving lectures about her experiences in the military

  47. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (1929-1994) Onassis was born in Southampton, NY She graduated in 1951 with a degree in French Literature Following graduation, Onassis worked as a photographer for The Washington Times-Herald In 1953, she married John F. Kennedy When Kennedy was elected in 1960, Onassis became one of the youngest First Ladies in history One of her first major projects involved restoring the White House In 1962, she took American viewers on a tour of the White House In 1968, Jacqueline married Aristotle Onassi Prior to her death, Onassis worked as a book editor

  48. Minnie Riperton (1947-1979) Riperton was born in Chicago, Illinois She studied at the Lincoln Center and at Chicago’s Junior Lyric Opera Riperton started singing professionally at the age of fifteen She dropped out of college to pursue a music career In 1972, Riperton got married. She would have two children Over the course of her career, Minnie recorded five albums-achieved fame with her hit, “Lovin’ You” She was known for her range of over five octaves Riperton was diagnosed with cancer in 1976- she continued to tour the country She was very open about her cancer-became a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society in 1978

  49. Dr. Sally Ride (1951- ) • Ride was born in Encino, CA • Growing up, Ride was a nationally ranked tennis player • She graduated from Stanford University • Ride later received her master’s degree and and PhD in Physics • She joined NASA in 1978 • Ride was the first American woman to go into space • She is the first woman to use the robot arm in outer space • After retiring from NASA, Ride became a professor • Ride is the only person to serve on bot the Challenger and Columbia accident panels • She currently serves as President and CEO of Sally Ride Science, a program geared at teaching science in elementary and middle schools

  50. Carl Brashear (1931-2006) • Brashear was born in Tonieville, Kentucky • In 1948, he enlisted in the Navy • Brashear graduated from the U.S. Navy Diving and Salvage School in 1954 • Upon graduation, Brashear became the first African American diver in the history of the Navy • In 1966, Brashear lost one of his legs during the recovery of a bomb • After receiving a prosthetic leg, Brashear would eventually return to the Navy • After a rehabilitation period of two years, Brashear was the first amputee to be certified as a diver • In 1970, he would become the first African American U.S. Navy Master Diver

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