Returning resolute
By Katie Hoffmann and Clint Johnson | January 10For many students the new year means a clean slate - an opportunity to improve their lives. But, despite bold talk and initial dedication, one word seems to characterize the New Year's resolution. Failure. The overcrowded gyms will revert back to normal in mere weeks, students predicted; old habits will win out. The Daily Tar Heel chose four students to follow. In two weeks we will check back with them to see if they have stayed true to their resolutions. Nikki Pratt: New Year's resolution: To floss every day and only have one dessert per week.