The Oxford and Cambridge Society of New England warmly invites new students starting a course at Cambridge this autumn for informal drinks in Boston before the start of term. This is a great opportunity to prepare for university and make new friends before you arrive.

You can expect to meet alumni, recent graduates, and current students, from whom you can get tips and advice for living and studying at Cambridge. Students and alumni of the University of Oxford will also be in attendance. There will be a presentation - "The Oxford/Cambridge experience, and things to know before matriculating", followed by a question and answer session.

Refreshments: Hors d'oeuvres and first drink provided, cash bar for additional drinks

Guests: you are welcome to bring a guest (such as a parent, guardian or friend).

Dress code: wear whatever you feel comfortable in

How to book: click the 'Book now' button below. Firstly provide and validate your email address. Then complete the online form, selecting the 'Fresher' ticket for yourself and, if applicable, the 'Full price' ticket for your guest. In the 'notes' box, please tell us your course and subject of study

Deadline for booking: Monday 11 September, 11.45pm

If you miss the booking deadline: follow the instructions for 'How to book' above and you will be added to the waiting list

How to cancel: email the organiser