Susan McTaggart-Dennis is the fine arts producer for CMU Public Radio, with much of her time devoted to her weekday afternoon classical music program. She also enjoys working with members of CMU’s School of Music on the program CENTRAL STAGE, which showcases the performing talents of music faculty and students.

Susan first came to CMU Public Radio as a volunteer almost twenty-five years ago, while completing her undergraduate degree in biology and health sciences, raising her young family and working part time at J. C. Penney. “As a listener to the station, I was thrilled to be involved on ‘the inside’ assisting in the maintenance of the classical record library (no CDs at that time!),” says Susan. “One thing led to another and I guess I can say, “On the way to becoming a biology teacher, I stopped at public radio and didn’t want to leave!”

Susan did complete her science degree, and has also done graduate work in health sciences, music and broadcasting. She has a continuing interest in health-related issues and now her volunteer work carries her in that direction. She is a member of the university-wide CMU Health Care Committee and serves on the board of directors at Listening Ear Crisis Center, Incorporated.

Of course, music is an important part of Susan’s life. She is a member of the Central Michigan Area Concert Band of Shepherd and enjoys singing in church choirs and other choruses. “These activities are certainly enriched by working at CMU Public Radio,” adds Susan. Her other interests include quilting and gardening.

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