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When I asked Alicia Graf Mack, dean and director of The Julliard Schools Dance Division, to recall a moment that felt like a manifestation of her vision, she shared a recent Zoom conversation she had with seven Julliard seniors. Theyre touring with dance companies and joined from around the world to share stories about their first performances.As a former principal dancer, Graf Mack understands her students journeys. She joined Julliard in 2018 with a bold vision to modernize dance education. As Julliard President Damian Woetzel captured: on a macro level, what she is doing is influencing the very future of dance in the world.Id love to see a field that is so diverse that we dont have to put any labels on the artists themselves, she says. Id love to see a world where leadership is rooted in the same values that our school is: equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, and creative enterprise.There is no one way to define what excellence is, she adds. I wish for all of our dancers to have a stage for their unique voices and lives.Alicia Graf Mack [Photo: Gregory Costanzo]Graf Macks vision will be brought to life at Julliards annual Spring Dances program March 26 to 29, where students will perform works by distinguished choreographers Jose Limn, William Forsythe, and Aszure Barton.On the surface, Graf Macks journey may appear like the perfect full circle story. This July, she will return to Alvin Ailey Theatre, where she was a principal dancer, as their new artistic director. Still, her path is defined by resilience. She retired three times due to an autoimmune disease and returned to the stage twice. Today, she is devoted to guiding the next generation of artists.Here, she discusses how to evolve your purpose, cultivate a beginners mindset, and sustain creative energy.This interview has been edited for length and clarity.In your Harpers Bazaar interview with Jon Batiste, he shared that the company mindset is really the antithesis of art, which is a superpower thats most potent when individuals are most like themselves and empowered in their being. As a teacher, what does it look like to empower people in their being?Im lucky that being in this position, I have the chance to see so much talent, then hand select the incredible artists who we want to help to cultivate further. I always look for something intangible in the personsomething you cant pinpoint or describe why youre drawn to their artistry or talent. When you have a rich cohort of different peopledifferent backgrounds, body shapes, and intereststhat room will be so much richer and more vibrant, because no one is trying to fulfill a cookie cutter image of what a professional dancer should be or look like.Im hopeful that, with the young people in the dance division, but also throughout the school, that we are cultivating leadership of the next generation of professional artists in the field. The idea of creating the world that you hope to see lives at the forefront of what we do at Juilliard and the people who are here.Ive had a very atypical journey for a ballerina who is a Black woman and stands over six feet tall in pointe shoesall of that was to be barriers in my life. But, those differences are what made me stand out. I would love to be able to pass on that torch of inclusion that I experienced at Dance Theatre of Harlem under Arthur Mitchell and Alvin Ailey under Judith Jamison and Robert Battle.To be able to be an authentic person makes such a difference in your artistry once you join a company, because then youre part of an institution. But, youre honored for who you are, as opposed to having to prove every day who you are. That allows the dancers to fly, because when you come to an educational institution and youre asked to be vulnerable and learn new things, its very hard to do so when youre not seen as the right person for the work.Lets talk about resilience. You shared a poignant moment after a doctors appointment that implied that your career might be over: You were on the subway and sat under Dance Theatre of Harlems 30th anniversary poster with you in the center. Looking back, what would you have told yourself then?I would say: Theres no way through it, but through it. There was no way around the devastation that I felt when I knew that part of me or that chapter of my life was closed. My dad was with me that day and to have him there was really meaningful. It was like: You can hit rock bottom. But, your rock bottom still has your people there.In your conversation with Wendy Whelan, associate artistic director of New York City Ballet, you shared that the life experience you had during your retirements helped you give yourself to the work. What does it mean to give yourself to the work?It wasnt until I gained maturity in life and life experiencewhat it feels like to be at your bottom and also know the high of highsthat I could bring that to my storytelling. Essentially, thats what we do as dancers. We tell stories, either literal stories as embodied characters or we try to emulate music or feelings. In everything, we try to reflect the world in which we live and upon universal experiences that will affect an audience as theyre watching.As a young person, I trained all dayafter school, all night, and all weekend. Then, I became a professional dancer. I didnt have any real-life experiences to draw upon when I was dancing. Coming back, I was a much more mature artist. I had less fear about impressing an audience or dance critic. It all fell to the wayside after I returned, because I knew that my time was not promised on stage. I took advantage of every moment and tried to run full force into it.[Photo: Rachel Papo]You often describe dance as living in the movement and express that dance isnt just about technique. How do you help dancers understand that theyre a vessel for creativity and guide them to dance from that place?The great dancers are able to transcend technique. Thats where they live in their artistry. They are more than the steps. Anybody can learn a step. But, it is a special gift to be able to express.Im hearing the words of Judith Jamison because Ive been watching so many old videos. [Jamison passed away a few days prior to our conversation]. She would say this all the time: You must speak truth through your art. Thats what we do as artists. When you see an artist who has unlocked that great sense of vulnerability and responsibility to the craft, you will recognize them right away on stage.What is essential to sustain that creative energy and level of performance?Theres a very important mode of daily practice that dancers must have. We are constantly putting our body through the paces. So, when its time to perform, it becomes second nature. Youre not thinking about steps.Also, its about staying curious about the work; that keeps everything so alive. It allows seasoned dancers to maintain a beginners mindset, so that every day you step into the studio youre like: What can I learn? What is something that I can approach with a new or fresh perspective today?I can only talk about my own experiences. But, with Alvin Ailey, we would perform Revelations hundreds of times in a given year. You have to keep asking yourself: What experiences can I draw on today to bring forth through this work? What is happening in our world and culture that I can tap into to express pain, joy, or hope? Its a meditation on how to refresh the work every day and remind ourselves why its so important.You highlighted that while the path requires intentional sacrifice, you can walk it with joy. How do you stay connected to joy amidst the rigor?You have to hold onto the why of what youre doing. I always had the sense that not every day is going to be like Christmas. But, youre going to have those moments when you realize that you arrived. That keeps you going to step onto another plateauto continue to want to strive for more.What I do isnt life saving. But, I do feel that my work has a real purpose; that allows clarity. I have a feeling that I know what Ive been put on this Earth to do. I try to live that purpose as much as I can.

Want more housing market stories from Lance LambertsResiClubin your inbox?Subscribeto theResiClubnewsletter.Zillow economists have an economic model called the Zillow Market Heat Index, designed to assess the competitiveness of housing markets nationwide. This model evaluates factors like home price fluctuations, inventory levels, days on market, and buyer demand to produce a score that indicates whether a market is hot (benefiting sellers) or cool (benefiting buyers).A higher score indicates a hotter metro-level housing market where sellers have more power. A lower score indicates a colder metro-level housing market where buyers have more power.According to Zillow, a score of 70 or above indicates a strong sellers market, and a score from 55 to 69 is a sellers market. A score from 44 to 55 would be a neutral market. Finally, a score from 28 to 44 indicates a buyers market, while 27 or below is a strong buyers market.Nationally, Zillow rates the U.S. housing market at 54 in its February 2025 reading, published in March 2025, which suggests a neutral market.Among the 250 largest metro area housing markets, these are the 10 hottest markets, where sellers have the most power:Rochester, NY: 169 Buffalo, NY: 113San Jose, CA: 112San Francisco, CA: 105Syracuse, NY: 99Hartford, CT: 95Ann Arbor, MI: 90Boston, MA: 89Bridgeport, CT: 89Seattle, WA: 86And these are the 10 coldest markets, where buyers have the most power:Jackson, TN: 9 Gulfport, MS: 18Macon, GA: 23Daphne, AL: 25Brownsville, TX: 26Beaumont, TX: 26Longview, TX: 26Naples, FL: 28Punta Gorda, FL: 30Panama City, FL: 30Directionally, I believe Zillow has correctly identified many regional housing markets where buyers have gained the most powerparticularly around the Gulfas well as markets where sellers have maintained (relatively speaking) somewhat of a grip, including large portions of the Northeast and Midwest.Based on my personal housing analysis, I consider Southwest Florida the weakest/softest chunk of the U.S. housing market, followed by Texas markets around Austin and San Antonio.What did this Zillow analysis look like back in spring 2022 at the climax of the pandemic housing boom? Below is Zillows February 2022 readingpublished in March 2022.

Measuring just 6.6 meters (21.7 feet) in length, this off-grid capable tiny house compensates for its limited space with exceptional portability. Ideal for up to two individuals, it serves as an excellent towable vacation home or a minimalist living solution for life on the road. Designed by Romanias Dwellii, this Tiny House On Wheels (THOW) is built on a double-axle trailer, featuring a green sheet metal exterior and weighing 3,500 kg (7,716 lb). To provide some perspective on its size, the Tellico is more than twice its length. Although it is slightly longer than Baluchons Cardabelle, its single-story design gives it a more compact appearance.Designer: DwelliiThe Tiny House on Wheels (THOW) offers a functional and thoughtfully designed living space spanning 13.5 square meters (145 square feet). Inside, the house is elegantly finished with birch plywood, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The walls, ceiling, and floor are well-insulated with rock wool, ensuring comfort throughout the year. The interior is bathed in natural light, thanks to the generous glazing, which includes charming porthole windows that add a nautical touch to the design.Upon entering, you are welcomed into the cozy living room. This inviting space features a comfortable sofa equipped with integrated storage, perfect for maximizing space in a small home. Adjacent to the sofa, youll find several wardrobes providing ample storage. The living room also accommodates a couple of small seats. For those who enjoy a cozy ambiance, there is an option to install a wood-burning stove, adding both warmth and character to the space.Moving into the kitchen, youll notice its compact yet efficient layout. The kitchen is equipped with essential features, including a sink, cabinetry for storage, and a two-burner cooktop suitable for preparing meals. Although the current setup is modest, there is potential for customization and upgrades, allowing homeowners to incorporate additional appliances according to their needs and preferences.The bathroom in the Tiny House on Wheels (THOW) is conveniently situated adjacent to the kitchen area, providing an efficient use of space within this compact home. Despite its small size, the bathroom is well-appointed with essential amenities to ensure comfort and convenience. It features a modern shower, a sink, and a flushing toilet, making it fully functional. The bathroom also includes a little storage space.On the opposite side of the tiny house, you will find the bedroom, offering a peaceful retreat from the rest of the living space. Accessed through a sliding door, this private area is designed for comfort and practicality. The centerpiece of the bedroom is a raised double bed, which not only provides a comfortable place to sleep but also incorporates integrated storage underneath. This clever design maximizes the use of space, allowing for easy storage of clothes, linens, or other personal items. The bedroom also features some shelving, ideal for keeping books, decorative items, or personal treasures.One of the key features of the sleeping space is its high ceiling. This thoughtful design element ensures that residents can move comfortably without the risk of bumping their heads, even when getting up in the middle of the night. The elevated ceiling contributes to an open and airy feel, enhancing the overall sense of space and relaxation within the tiny house. The THOW is currently priced at US$53.500, and it can be outfitted with an off-the-grid setup, which contains an incinerating toilet, water tanks, solar panels, batteries, and a rainwater collection system although this will increase the cost of the home.The post Small In Size & Big On Features, This Compact & Portable Home Is Perfect For Off-Grid Living first appeared on Yanko Design.

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If youre wondering how AI agents work, Microsofts new Copilot AI agents provide real-time answers on how data is being analyzed and sourced to reach results.The Researcher and Analyst agents,announced on Tuesday, take a deeper look at data sources such as email, chat or databases within an organization to produce research reports, analyze strategies, or convert raw information into meaningful data.In the process, the agents give users a birds eye-view on each step of how theyre thinking and analyzing data to formulate answers. The agents are integrated with Microsoft 365 Copilot.The agents combine Microsoft tools with OpenAIs newer models, which dont answer questions right away, but can reason better. The models think deeper by generating additional tokens or drawing more information from outside sources before coming up with an answer.The Researcher agent takes OpenAIs reasoning models, checks the efficacy of the model, pokes around by pulling data from sources via Microsoft orchestrators and then builds up the level of confidence in the retrieval and results phases, according to information provided by Microsoft.A demonstration video provided by Microsoft shows the Copilot chatbot interface publishing its chain of thought for example, the step-by-step process of searching enterprise and domain data, identifying product lines, opportunities and more with the ultimate output being the final document.The approach is a major benefit for Microsoft since most models operate as a black box, said Jack Gold, principal analyst at J. Gold Associates.Accountability and the ability to see how models are getting their results are important to assure users that the technology is safe, effective and not hallucinating, Gold said.Much of AI today is a black hole when it comes to being able to figure out how it got to its results most cite references, but not the logic on how they got to the end result, Gold said. Any transparency you can offer is about making users feel more comfortable.The Copilot Researcher agent can take a deeper look at internal data to develop business strategies or identify unexplored market opportunities typical tasks by researchers. It provides highly technical research and strategy work that youd expect to pay a highly skilled consultant, researcher, or analyst, a Microsoft spokeswoman said.Its ability to combine a users work data and web data means its responses are current, but also contextually relevant to every users personal needs, the spokeswoman said.For example, within the Researcher agent, a user can query the chatbot on exploring new business opportunities. In the process of analyzing data, the agent shares how the model is approaching the query. It will ask clarifying questions, publish a plan to reach an answer, show the data sources it is drawing information from, and explain how the data is collated, categorized, and analyzed.The Analyst agent takes raw data and generates insights typically the job of a data scientist. The tool is designed for workers using data to derive insights and make decisions without knowledge of advanced data analysis like Python coding, the spokeswoman said.For example, the Analyst agent can take a spreadsheet with charts of unstructured data and share insights. Similar to the Researcher agent, the Analyst agent takes in a question via the Copilot interface, creates a plan to analyze the data, and determines the Python tools to generate insights. The agent shares its step-by-step process of how it is responding to the query and even shares the Python code used to generate the answer.Microsoft has had a number of documented misses related to problematic generative AI (genAI) tools, such asWindows Recall, a Copilot feature that uses snapshots to log the history of activity on a PC, Gold said.Giving users a sense of security is beneficial to getting users to try CoPilot, Gold said. Think of it as having the safest car on the road when you go to select a new car for your family, he said.