She will be returning to Columbia University.
Koreaboo
1 hour ago
ALLDAY PROJECT’s Annie will be taking an unofficial hiatus to focus on her university studies, a move that has sparked heated debate among K-Pop fans.
According to an exclusive report from Tenasia, Annie will be ending her leave of absence from Columbia University and returning to campus to attend classes in person for the 2026 spring semester, which begins on January 20. She is currently majoring in Art History and Visual Arts and reportedly plans to remain in the United States for the full semester, which runs until May, to fully focus on her education.
During Annie’s time in the United States, the other members of ALLDAY PROJECT will continue with music production and focus on their individual activities.
ALLDAY PROJECT’s Annie To Go On Unofficial Hiatus
The news quickly spread across online communities and social media, where reactions were sharply divided. Some criticized the attention and praise Annie received, questioning why a wealthy idol pursuing higher education was being celebrated.
every time i hope class consciousness will happen, kpoptwt always make me lose that hope. why are we praising rich ppl for going to school? https://t.co/io6xgjTnOU pic.twitter.com/CAFtfGPHkb
— stella (@partymonstruo) January 14, 2026
Are we seeing people hyping up a rich girl getting a degree ??? https://t.co/m89pXv632G pic.twitter.com/c8NKomQTOj
— Roséannechae¹ needs Spaghetti 🍝 (@chaewonzpet) January 14, 2026
On the other hand, many fans pushed back against the criticism. Many defended Annie’s decision, saying she should not be attacked for wanting to continue her education.
Hating on a female idol for wanting to pursue education… yall have truly lost it https://t.co/HpTNO619MN
— le (@alldayproj) January 14, 2026
annie really got the qrts mad and pressed just because she wants to pursue her education 😭 she’s doing what haters are supposed to do because wdym some of you are hating just bcs she wants to study? https://t.co/Sh2c2dRm4m
— ཿ (@aboutadp) January 14, 2026
As debate continues, Annie’s hiatus has become less about scheduling and more about broader conversations surrounding privilege, education, and expectations placed on idols.