University of ArkansasWhat We Call a Smashing Success
Imagine what it would be like to work for a rock star. Not just any rock star either — the One. The idol you’ve been the ultimate fan of since age eleven.
Lea Clyburn is living this dream. She took a job earlier this semester helping Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan prepare his autobiography.
We met Lea at the KUAR studios to talk about this latest development in her career. A grad student studying professional and technical writing, Lea is quick to share her excitement, something she describes as similar to a teenage girl’s obsession with Justin Bieber.
One of my favorite things about her story is that this opportunity came to her through Twitter. There you go, all you naysayers. Social media is not a waste of time. Billy Corgan tweeted that he needed a writer, and Lea replied. It definitely made me think about following my favorite celebs in the hopes of similar fortune.
Lea also shared with us what she loves about the Rhetoric & Writing program at UALR. Teaching composition is clearly a passion. And boy, does she have a story to tell her students for years to come. Rock on, Lea.
Lea is definitely one of the stand-outs in the Rhetoric and Writing program. Super excited for her!
Congrats to my best friend, amazing interview!!! I’ve never been so proud in my life!!
Way to go, Lea!
I could not be more proud!!! I know the book will be great! Congrats my dear friend!
Congrats Lea! you’ve already made us proud
So exciting. I can’t tell you the hours we spent listening to the Smashing Pumpkins! We are so proud of Lea.
Love you,
Mom and Dad
P.S. Meme is smiling down from heaven!
Congratulations Lea!!! I’m so happy for you! Great example that dreams do come true!!!
Great job Lea! So proud of you and for you!
Congrats Lea!!! I know we are all VERY proud for you!!!!
That’s great!!!! Congrats!!!
Lea, what a great moment for all of us! You have made us so proud in so many ways – not just this adventure. You’ve come a long way baby!
Yoour loving Aunt Lea Ann
I am so very proud of you, Lea! I want to hear all about it at our get together on the 7th. I know your parents are about to bust at the seams! You certainly deserve this big opportunity!
Way to go Lea!! So proud of you!!
Lea,
So proud of you. What a great opportunity for you. I hope this and many other opportunites are headed your way. Good luck in the future!!!
I really appreciate everyone’s support! Thank you for all of the kind words. You all really know how to make a girl feel special! Thanks again
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Lea, you rock! I’m so proud of you! What an amazing interview. Sending hugs from Helena.
Congratulations, Lea! Great job proving that Rhetoric and Writing (along with a little shot of following your dream!) can take you far. Good luck with the book!
Amazing interview with an amazing woman. Congratulation Lea and continued success.
Dodie
So very proud of you Lea!!
God Bless you!!
What an incredible interview! (May I take credit for discovering your “stage” talent?) I always love it when I hear that a former student is pursuing teaching. It’s a great gig.
We’re proud of you Lea.
Lea,
When you first told me of your work with Billy Corgan, I was literally speechless. Now I have the words. What an amazing, incredibly hard working and intelligent human being you are. We’re so proud. “Rock on,” indeed!
Lea,
I’m with Dr. Jensen and Dr. Nahrwold and all your friends and family. We’re so proud of you and for you. I admire your response to Corgan’s tweet: “I’m the person for the job.”
Good for you, Lea!
Lea…not only are you SMART, FUNNY and TALENTED…you are GORGEOUS to boot!!! You are a WINNER, girl!!!
Love ya,
Stef