You probably won’t stick to these
We’ve reached that time of year when no one knows what day it is, everyone eats Christmas leftovers for breakfast and drinks more prosecco than water. We are in that “empty” part of the holidays and can only look forward to a party for… New Years. Yes, it’s that annoying time when you hear everyone say “New year, new me!”, as they’ve been saying for the past 10 years.
But this is a time to reflect back on 2024 and all the memories you’ve made this year. As always, we like to make some New Year’s resolutions that we swear we’ll stick to, but by the second week of January, we’re back to our old ways. So, to welcome in the new year, here are some Exeter New Year’s resolutions that we should really do and stick to. It’s for the greater good.
1. Stop scamming people on Overheard
This has to be the number one solution for every Exeter uni student out there. Can we please stop everyone scamming people on Overheard and overselling the price of TP tickets? It’s boring, annoying and just annoying. I don’t want to spend £15 on a ticket just for it to be fake. Come on guys.
2. Get rid of the mullet
Quite controversial but can we please get rid of the mullet now. Especially if you have straight hair. I’m over it.
3. Stop lying about where you’re from
This one is for all the Exeter uni students who tell everyone they’re from London but are actually from Surrey. It’s okay to embrace your poshness babe x
4. Reduce spending on TP Venoms
We are in a cozy existence and we have to pay more attention to our expenses. This is a resolution that is more personal to me but definitely applies all Exeter students. Yes, the cheeky Venom from TP is always adorable, but they pair up and no, you don’t need a second Venom.
5. To actually start their regional communities
Recently on Overheard I’ve seen so many posts about starting a Midlands community, a Northern community and even a Southern community? Instead of writing about it, just do it.
6. Stop whining
Yes, we seriously need to stop this nonsense. We are leaving “beaning” behind in 2024.
7. Ban yap in the library
This one goes out to all newbies who decide to talk at the top of the Forum Library. Respectfully, shut up. The rest of us are at breaking point.
8. Normalize fever room 1
Hear from me. I prefer fever room 1 to fever room 2. Can we please stop hating on DnB.
9. Attend your 8:30 seminars
Yes, another solution for myself but also a solution for everyone else. 2025 is the year of academic comebacks.
10. Stop blacking out at 8pm
With Exeter pres starting around 6pm it’s easy to be blackout drunk by 8pm. We need to be more sensible and at least push the silliness to around 10pm. Be responsible guys.
11. Start cleaning your uni kitchen
Maybe suggest this solution to that housemate who has never touched a Dishmatic or Henry the Hoover in their lives. It’s not cute or considerate to never clean the uni kitchen. 2025 is the year for clean, mold-free kitchens.
12. Remove Deliveroo
Yes. Delete. Deliveroo. Learn to cook. Stop spending all your student loans on takeout.
13. Stop saying “rah” after every sentence
For all the “Exetah” “rah” girls and boys out there. We don’t need to extend each. only. words. It’s okay to talk normally. We’re leaving the straining-posh-wannabe-roadman voice behind. It’s not cool, it’s not “obligatory”, it’s annoying.
14. Make the most of uni
A healthier New Year’s resolution. To make the most of uni life. As someone in their final year, this is definitely a resolution I want to make for 2025. Say yes to more things and enjoy your uni years because they go SO fast. Before you know it, you’ve graduated and constantly miss your uni days.
