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UNLV using neuroscience to design rooms for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s patients

They’re moments when the design of a room and the objects in it become glaringly problematic for people suffering from health problems, and they’re the types of design gaps UNLV’s new master’s degree program in health care interior design hopes to resolve.

Artsy kids gain opportunities to shine

For the past 20-plus years, local high school students eager to follow that star have had exactly one place to go: the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts. This school year, however, the options have expanded.

Le Cordon Bleu culinary schools to close

The parent company of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in America has announced that it plans to phase out operations, and Jan. 4 will be the last day students can enroll.

Words to live by: Petersen Elementary’s new mosaic aims to inspire

When the new mosaic mural was unveiled June 2 at Petersen Elementary School, 3650 Cambridge St., it drew squeals, oohs and aahs from some attendees. The children seemed excited about it, too.

Rancho teacher, chef reflects on Food Network competitions

Rancho High School teacher and chef Phillip Dell believes that when life gives you goji berries, dinosaur kale and clotted cream, it’s the perfect Food Network opportunity.

Henderson program gives young chefs freedom to experiment

By engaging the children with hands-on activities, instructor Bonnie Kulwin teaches students about health and kitchen safety while they how learn to cook and bake through classes offered by the city of Henderson.