Faculty and Staff


Welcome, Faculty and Staff

This is your one-stop-shop for the information you need as an employee of Interlochen Center for the Arts. Here, you can access resources such as the employee handbook, benefits and policies, dining menu, calendars, research, newsletters, brand guidelines, and more. You can also submit requests to purchasing, safety, maintenance, IT, and complete other functions.

Human Resources

Find information about policies and benefits, the employee handbook, reporting procedures, and more.

Requests and Forms 🔒

Submit financial, maintenance, and other requests; register a campus visitor; and get help from IT.

Staff Resources 🔒

Download the letterhead, view our brand guidelines, see the cafeteria menu, review calendars, and check out our latest institutional research.

Recent Communications 🔒

Stay up-to-date on announcements from the President, the Provost, and the HR Newsletter.

Find Support

If you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Human Resources department for more information. 

Tifini McClyde

Tifini McClyde-Blythe

Associate Vice President
Human Resources

231.276.7342 231.276.7342 Send Email
Cory Haight

Cory Haight

Senior Human Resources Specialist

231.276.7338 231.276.7338 Send Email
Jennifer Richards

Jennifer Richards, CVA

Director of Customer Service and Volunteers

231.276.7638 231.276.7638 Send Email

Features & News

All Features & News
Tim Abrams works on an animation project at Interlochen Arts Academy.
Detroit-born trumpet player and animator Timothy Abrams finds connections to opportunity through Interlochen and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Gifted in multiple areas, Abrams has found friends, mentors, and professional direction through his time with both institutions. Now, he’s looking ahead to an exciting future in animation.

A student wearing headphones and holding an open book in their lap smiles at the camera.
How to choose the right creative writing high school: A checklist for parents and students

Does your student have a gift for writing? Here’s what to look for as they take the next step in their creative journey.

A guitarist takes notes on staff paper
How to know if online music certifications are right for you

Thinking about boosting your career prospects, résumé, or college applications with an online certificate program? Here are a few things to consider as you make your decision.

Upcoming Events
All Events
Sep
16

Music, Academy Faculty, Guest Artist

Faculty Recital: Jason Vieaux, guitar and Tim McAllister, saxophone

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

Sep
17

Creative Writing, Guest Artist

An Evening with Megan Rivkin

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 - 4 p.m. ET

The Writing House FREE, no tickets required

Sep
19

Music, Academy Student

Music: New Beginnings

Friday, September 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child - College $14