Randy Pausch, a computer-science professor who became internationally known for his inspiring “Last Lecture,” passed away in Chesapeake, Virginia, Friday after losing a battle with pancreatic cancer.

The Boston College Computer Science Society is dedicated to helping students interested in technology and entrepreneurship achieve their goals. Throughout the school year, they host guest lectures, ...

Imagine a world where a judge relies on an algorithm to determine the appropriate length of a prison sentence, or where big data helps doctors diagnose your illnesses, or where a self-driving car ...