Senior Spotlight Meet LAFromNewYork

SSS student and vocalist reflects on his time at SU and his future plans

SSS senior Lloyd Ansah, also known as LAFromNewYork, is a vocalist and psychology major from Queens. After transferring from SUNY Fredonia during his sophomore year, Lloyd was able to find a place at Syracuse University, both academically and creatively.

Lloyd has released numerous songs on streaming platforms , with styles ranging from chilled out RnB to mid-tempo afrobeats.

Lloyd has been a constant presence in the SENSES lab ever since last year, creating music and helping out as a work study student in the space.

Lloyd has been a mentor as well to a number of younger students, offering advice on singing, songwriting, academics, and campus life. Always willing to collaborate, he has hopped on a number of other songs students have been creating in the lab.