Staff/Faculty

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED INSTRUCTOR
Amy Mumma

Amy Mumma, CWU's World Wine Program coordinator and instructor, is internationally recognized for her knowledge of wines.

The study and enjoyment of wine has been her lifelong passion. She lived and studied in France for several years and continues to enjoy traveling and learning about the many great vineyards and winemaking regions around the world.

Amy holds an MBA in Wine from the University of Bordeaux Business School, the Advanced Certificate of Wine and Spirits from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust in London, and a Diploma of Tasting from the Université de Bourgogne in Dijon, France. She was awarded the prestigious title, Professional Wine Woman 2005-2006, the top award of the International Wine Women Awards in Paris, France. And she was named Western Innovator 2008 by the Capital Press for her contributions to the wine industry.

At one time a biochemist in protein-chemistry research at Immunex Corporation, her scientific background provides the foundation for her strong knowledge of the science of wine. Her business background includes nine years in international business with experience in sales, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail, import, export and international finance.

The CWU World Wine Program also hosts a variety of guest lecturers from all areas of the wine industry.

"Wine teaches us the essentials of life – diversity, patience, passion and a drive for knowledge. For those of us in the wine industry, it is vital to have a thorough understanding of the global world of wines, but we must never forget the most powerful component of wine – the simple enjoyment that it brings to all."
~Amy Mumma, program coordinator and instructor

John E. Hudelson

Dr. John E. Hudelson, assistant professor of Global Wine Studies, brings a world of experience to the CWU World Wine Program. John has worked as a Viticulture researcher at Cornell University's Agricultural Experimental Station, served as V.P. of Operations for the Hudson Valley Wine and Grape Association, been the wine chemist of a large U.S. winery, and taught at several colleges in the Northeast. Furthermore, John has been a vineyardist for the 21 years. Having lived and worked in Europe, Africa, South America, and the United States, John has acquired a global view of the world, and of wine and the wine industry. John brings his unique perspective and extensive experience to the classroom to share with his students.