He has previously taught finance, insurance, and personal financial planning courses at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, and at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. Prior to his service in higher education, Dr. Kerr worked nearly 10 years in the risk management and insurance industry as a claims specialist and risk analyst. He has published articles in The Journal of Legal Studies, Risk Management and Insurance Review, Compensation & Benefits Review, and Risk Management. Dean Joseph McDonnell Read Dr. McDonnell's most recent articles on education, business development, entrepreneurial leadership, healthcare, and public policy