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Ellensburg, WA 98926-7433
Phone: (509) 963-1504
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.
Cara LeDuc
Cara LeDuc is a Washington native and graduate of Central Washington University’s
World Wine Program. With a bachelor’s degree in Global Wine Studies, the Wine Trade
Professional certificate, the Sommelier certificate, and a minor in administrative
management, Cara has a broad base of knowledge about the business of wine. Her education
is backed with many years working in the wine industry in a variety of positions
including assistant to the winemaker and tasting room supervisor. Her passion has
also taken her to Tuscany to study both traditional and modern winemaking practices.
Cara runs her own consulting firm, Liquid Planning, which helps small and start-up
wineries and breweries with strategic marketing and branding development. Since
wine and food go together, Cara has sought training from several head chefs in both
Washington and Italy, and writes about food and beverage pairing and management.
Cara has recently joined CWU as a lecturer in World Wine Program.
Amy Mumma, CWU's World Wine Program coordinator and instructor, is internationally
recognized for her knowledge of wines.
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.
Cara LeDuc is a Washington native and graduate of Central Washington University’s
World Wine Program. With a bachelor’s degree in Global Wine Studies, the Wine Trade
Professional certificate, the Sommelier certificate, and a minor in administrative
management, Cara has a broad base of knowledge about the business of wine. Her education
is backed with many years working in the wine industry in a variety of positions
including assistant to the winemaker and tasting room supervisor. Her passion has
also taken her to Tuscany to study both traditional and modern winemaking practices.
Cara runs her own consulting firm, Liquid Planning, which helps small and start-up
wineries and breweries with strategic marketing and branding development. Since
wine and food go together, Cara has sought training from several head chefs in both
Washington and Italy, and writes about food and beverage pairing and management.
Cara has recently joined CWU as a lecturer in World Wine Program.