Around the world in August and September, Cambridge Alumni Groups will be hosting pre- arrival Freshers’ Events for new students coming to Cambridge this autumn.

These optional events are a great opportunity to prepare for university and make some friends before you arrive. There will be the chance to meet current students and alumni from whom you can get tips and advice for living and studying at Cambridge.

“Got to…ask…questions I couldn't have found an answer to on the website or in a student handbook.”

“Gave me a greater understanding of life at Cambridge.”

“I met past and present students from Cambridge [and] felt welcomed into the community.”

“Helped me to feel more confident about socialising with others.”

“Helped me to…feel more at ease with moving away from home.”

“Hearing some of the alumni's stories of Cambridge in the 60s was hilarious!”

“I was able to get a sense of the daily routine which was useful.”

“Meeting other people from my college was great as when I arrived I already recognised a few faces!“

“Reassured me that everybody else is in the same boat.”

“Received good personalised advice.”

“Got to know some others from nearby schools.”

“Helped calm nerves by discussing common fears/problems and sharing solutions.”

“Meeting alumnis [sic] gave me interesting future perspectives.”

“Made me more excited about the start of university.”

“Gave me useful tips and insight on preparing for student life at Cambridge.”