2008 Woodie Awards
Where to be when the clock strikes 12
Gina Saccaro
Issue date: 12/8/05 Section: A & E
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Students are bringing in 2006 in a variety of different ways. From going on a small vacation, to being with family and friends; there are always fun and exciting options for bringing in the New Year.
New Year's can be a family oriented event as well as an exciting party with friends. Some students opt to combine both, by staying in and having dinner and a celebration with their families and afterwards going out to enjoy the night with friends.
"I'm with my family until midnight, and have been since I was younger. So I am going to stick with that tradition and ring in the New Year with my family and then meet up with my friends to let the night really begin," said Jenine Kleeman sophomore, Manalapan, N.J.
Another fun and popular idea for New Year's is having a get-together at a restaurant or house with some close friends. You can enjoy good food or appetizers while waiting for the ball the drop, as well as a champagne toast with your friends.
"I'm most likely going to go to a friend's house from back home," said Roger Von Urff, sophomore, Dix Hills, N.Y.
A different idea for bringing in the New Year is going on a small road trip or vacation with your friends. It's always fun to go somewhere new and exciting.
There are various inexpensive places for students to go such as Canada, Atlantic City, or the Pocono's.
"Since I am of age now, me and my girls are going to have a good time in Atlantic City, hoping to become millionaires by New Year's Day," said Johane Joas, senior, Everett, Mass.
Students also have the opportunity of crossing the border into Canada to see how other countries bring in the New Year. Montreal is one of the most popular places for young people to party.
"One option I have this year and what I would love to do, is go with my best friends from home up to Canada for a few nights. It would be a different and fun new way to bring in 2006," said Nicole Engel, junior, East Quogue, N.Y.
Of course going into New York City to see the ball drop is the most traditional way of celebrating Jan. 1. The crowded streets of New York on New Years Eve are an exciting and interesting experience students should take advantage of.
New York City also has other things young people can do. You can party at a club, or get a hotel room for you and your friends and relax with the view of the city right outside your window.
"I think this New Year's Eve I'm going to go into New York City and buy a table at a club. My friends did it on Thanksgiving Eve and had a lot of fun," said Kristina Seligson, sophomore, Franklin Square, N.Y.
No matter what SHU students end up doing this New Year's, just remember to be safe and have a happy New Year.