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
Professional headshots of Desi Oakley and Noah Ricketts
Broadway stars Desi Oakley and Noah Ricketts bring inspiration and industry know-how to Arts Academy musical theatre majors

Two students share highlights from masterclasses and one-on-one work with the actors.

James Carter Cathcart sits at the piano.
New scholarship in memory of musician and “Pokémon” voice actor James Carter Cathcart benefits Interlochen Arts Academy students

Cathcart, who studied piano at Interlochen, leaves behind a legacy of creativity, connection, and deep generosity.

A musician wearing a suit sits with his cello against a natural backdrop.
Cellist Josh McClendon prepares to shine at Imagine US: America at 250

The rising star talks about his Detroit upbringing, life-shaping experiences at Interlochen, and how music helps us celebrate what unites us.

Upcoming Events

All Events
Jan
23

Theatre, Academy Student

One-Act Festival

Friday, January 23, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Harvey Theatre FREE, no tickets required

Jan
23

Film & New Media, Academy Student

2026 Interlochen Animated TV Pitch Competition

Friday, January 23, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

Jan
24

Dance

Ballet West Academy Summer Dance Program Auditions

Saturday, January 24, 2026 - 10 a.m. ET

The Dance Center, Interlochen Center for the Arts