Joseph Kerper '2000
Profession: Senior Communications Specialist at the National Rifle Association of America
Hometown: Fleetwood, Pennsylvania

Joe Kerper says he was drawn to St. Lawrence the moment that he set foot on campus because “It fit my vision of what the small liberal arts school should truly represent.” Initially unsure of what his major would be, his first interest in the sciences gave way to a passion for writing and communication and eventually led to a major in English.

Joe was an active member of campus life; he wrote for The Hill News, eventually serving as editor-in-chief, studied abroad in England for a semester, and also took part in outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, climbing, and winter camping. Now, when he’s not working or traveling for the National Rifle Association, Joe enjoys competitive shooting, fly fishing, fly tying, woodworking, and photography.

He attributes a key part of his academic formation at St. Lawrence to his internship and assistantship in University communications. “Both experiences helped me grow as a writer, and more specifically, as a critical thinker, a part of my liberal arts education that has prepared me for any job that could ever come my way, ” he explains.

Currently, with the NRA, Joe does graphic design as well as writing and editing for magazines and press releases. He is also a photographer for advertising and other promotional work. He serves St. Lawrence as a member of the Alumni Executive Council.