Being the only chemistry teacher at an arts school can be lonely at times. I love teaching chemistry and work with incredible people, but unlike my arts faculty colleagues, I don’t have as many opportunities to talk about my subject with...
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In late 2010, Crescendo covered the story of Professor John Conkling's visit to Interlochen Arts Academy. The noted pyrotechnic expert and professor of chemistry led presentations and discussions about the art and science...
For most people, watching a fireworks show or an explosion filled action film does not spark thoughts of chemistry, but it does for John Conkling, who has spent more than 40 years studying and working in the art of the explosion. He visited...
Interlochen Center for the Arts will soon release a new series of videos about Interlochen Arts Academy. Seven separate videos will feature each arts area currently offered at the Academy as well as the academic program. All videos include...
by Brian McCall, instructor of history and political science at Interlochen Arts Academy
This past summer, I flew to Europe for the first of three tours. I was taking the trips as part of a sabbatical I received from...
A Curriculum That Challenges and Inspires
Comprehensive college-preparatory classes prepare students for future success - in any field. Students attend class from 8:30am to 5:20pm each day, merging accelerated academic instruction with...
Interlochen, Mich. – Seven Academy students have been named candidates in the Presidential Scholars program. This spring, the Commission on Presidential Scholars will review the applications of all candidates and select up to 121 scholars...
Interlochen, Mich. – Four Arts Academy students have been named Finalists in the National Merit program. Less than one percent of high school seniors receive this distinction, which enters them into consideration for National Merit...
Instructor of Chemistry Katherine J. Wibby began her teaching career at St. Louis High School and joined the Interlochen Arts Academy faculty in 2002. She completed her Masters Degree in Educational Technology in 2006.
In addition to her...
