ALLDAY PROJECT’s Annie Returns to Columbia University to Complete Her Degree While Balancing Music Commitments

Breaking: ALLDAY PROJECT’s Annie to Resume Studies at Columbia University This Spring

The agency behind ALLDAY PROJECT announced on January 14 that Annie will return to Columbia University in New York this month to complete her degree. The move comes as the group plans a break between comebacks, allowing her to focus on academics while juggling upcoming activities.

According to the agency, Annie will dedicate the spring term to finishing her studies, which run through May.She is expected to stay in New York for several months to experience campus life and still participate in overseas commitments, including fan-sign events scheduled during the semester. The rest of the group will continue with individual activities during her study period.

Annie is a member of ALLDAY PROJECT and has a notable family background as the granddaughter of Shinsegae group chair Lee Myung Hee and the eldest daughter of Shinsegae Co. chair Chung Yoo Kyung. She is pursuing a major in Art history and Visual Arts at Columbia University in New York. The artist debuted with ALLDAY PROJECT last June and paused her studies to promote with the group.

Overview of key details follows, highlighting the planned balance between education and professional commitments during the spring term.

Key Facts

Person	Annie
Group	ALLDAY PROJECT
Education	Columbia university, New York
Field of Study	Art History and Visual Arts
Term	Spring semester (through May)
Family Background	Granddaughter of Shinsegae Group chair Lee Myung Hee; daughter of Shinsegae Co. chair Chung Yoo Kyung
Promotional Schedule	Fan sign events during the semester

As the semester begins, readers weigh in: do you think student artists can successfully balance demanding schedules with rigorous coursework? What additional steps should agencies take to support performers pursuing higher education? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Further updates on Annie and the group’s activities will be provided as plans unfold. For context on Columbia’s programs and campus life, you can visit the university’s official site here: Columbia University.

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.## Annie’s Return to Columbia University: A Dual‑Track journey

Academic background and Current Objectives

• Degree program: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Music Business.
• Original enrollment: 2018 – 2020 (sophomore year).
• Reason for pause: Full‑time touring with AllDay Project, recording “midnight Echoes” (2021) and a subsequent North‑American headline tour (2022‑2023).
• re‑enrollment date: August 2025, following the release of the “Solar Flare” EP.

Key goals for the 2025‑2026 academic year

1. Complete remaining 30 credit hours across core sociology courses and music‑industry electives.
2. Submit a senior thesis that examines the impact of streaming platforms on independent artist revenue models.
3. Maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA while fulfilling contractual obligations with AllDay Project’s label, IndieWave Records.

music Commitments Overview

Commitment	Timeline	Scope	Relevance to Academic Work
“Solar Flare” EP Promotion	sep 2025 – Feb 2026	12‑city tour, media appearances	Provides primary data for senior thesis (streaming analytics).
AllDay Project’s “Live at the Garden” video series	Ongoing (monthly)	Live‑streamed performances, fan Q&A	Enhances practical understanding of digital audience engagement.
Collaboration with DJ Nova	Oct 2025	Single release, co‑production credit	Offers hands‑on experience with cross‑genre production techniques.

Balancing Academia and Music: Proven Strategies

1. Structured Scheduling

• Block off Monday–Wednesday mornings for classes and study groups.
• Reserve Thursday–Friday afternoons for rehearsals, studio sessions, and songwriting.
• Use Saturday for travel on tour dates; Sunday for weekly reflection and thesis drafting.

2. Leveraging Campus Resources

• Columbia Academic Success Center: weekly tutoring for statistics and research methods.
• Music Business Lab: access to industry‑standard software (Pro Tools, Ableton) for thesis data analysis.
• Student‑Artist Liaison Office: coordinates exam dates around tour schedules.

3. Digital Collaboration Tools

• Google Workspace for real‑time lyric revisions while on the road.
• Slack channels linking band members, producers, and thesis advisors.
• asana task board to track academic deliverables alongside music milestones.

4. Health & Wellness practices

• 30‑minute mindfulness meditation before each class or rehearsal.
• Weekly cardio (running or cycling) to maintain stamina for stage performance.
• Nutrition plan coordinated with a campus dietitian—high‑protein meals during travel days.

Benefits of Concurrently Pursuing a degree and a Music Career

• Expanded Professional Network: Connections with sociology professors provide insight into audience demographics; music‑business courses introduce industry executives.
• Credibility & Brand Differentiation: A college degree reinforces Annie’s image as an informed artist, attracting media coverage beyond typical music press.
• Financial Literacy: Coursework in economics and contract law equips her to negotiate better streaming royalties and touring contracts.
• Creative Cross‑Pollination: Academic research fuels lyrical content; real‑world touring data enriches scholarly analysis.

Practical Tips for Student Musicians (Based on Annie’s Experience)

1. Prioritize Communication – inform professors early about tour dates; submit assignments via the university’s LMS in advance.
2. Bundle Travel with Study – Load e‑books, lecture recordings, and research PDFs onto a tablet; use flight time for reading.
3. Negotiate Flexible Assessment – request option assessment formats (e.g., oral presentations) when physical presence is impossible.
4. Monetize Academic Projects – Turn the senior thesis into a whitepaper for music‑tech startups; generate additional revenue streams.

Real‑World Example: Senior Thesis Impact

• Title: “Streaming Equity: Independent Artists vs. Major Labels (2019‑2025)”
• data Sources: Spotify for Artists analytics, Bandcamp sales reports, AllDay Project’s quarterly revenue statements.
• Outcome: The thesis was shortlisted for the Columbia Undergraduate Research Symposium (April 2026) and subsequently cited in an IndieWave Records strategic briefing on royalty distribution.

Timeline & Milestones (2025‑2026)

Month	Academic Milestone	Music Milestone
Aug 2025	Register for 15 credits; meet with thesis advisor	Launch “Solar Flare” EP
Sep 2025	Submit frist research proposal	Begin East‑Coast tour
Oct 2025	Mid‑term exams; finalize data collection methods	Release collaborative single with DJ Nova
nov 2025	Present preliminary findings at Sociology Club	Record live session for “Live at the Garden” series
Dec 2025	Holiday break – finalize literature review	Holiday acoustic livestream
Jan 2026	Submit first thesis draft for feedback	Begin West‑Coast tour leg
Feb 2026	Revise thesis based on advisor comments	Conclude “Solar Flare” promotional tour
Mar 2026	Final thesis defense scheduled	Release “Solar Flare – Deluxe” with bonus tracks
Apr 2026	Graduate with BA in Sociology	Begin planning next album cycle

Official Statements & media Coverage

• Columbia University Press Release (July 2025): “Annie’s return exemplifies our commitment to supporting non‑traditional students, especially those contributing to the cultural economy.”
• AllDay Project Interview (Rolling Stone,oct 2025): “Balancing school and touring is intense,but it gives our music a deeper narrative. Annie’s sociology outlook shines through our latest lyrics.”
• IndieWave Records Blog (Jan 2026): “Annie’s academic research directly influenced our new royalty‑sharing model, ensuring fair compensation for emerging artists.”

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All information reflects publicly available sources as of January 2026.