Merric LaRiviere ’89

Merric LaRiviere ’89 is a civil-minded community volunteer with a deep passion for the Kutztown University family. As a proud alum, Merric has served on the Kutztown Alumni Council as an Ambassador and member of the Alumni leadership team. A 1989 graduate of Kutztown University with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, Merric additionally holds a paralegal associate’s degree from Penn State University (’92). Her professional experience is in the insurance and loss prevention industry. Her primary focus was on professional liability for accountants and attorneys through their professional organizations, including the LA County Bar Assoc. Merric is a fitness enthusiast and loves helping others find their path to health and wellness through Mizlariy Personal Fitness.

Merric’s passion for giving back extends beyond her commitment to Kutztown University. As a committed advocate for special needs families, she has volunteered for the Special Olympics and the Lehigh Valley Pediatric Cancer Association. This ongoing commitment to volunteering in her community was instilled in her through her time at Kutztown University. Merric currently resides in Douglasville with her husband, Jeff, and three daughters, one of whom is a 2023 graduate of Kutztown University.