r/cambridge_uni

Hi hello
I’m writing a story set around 1989-1990 in UK where the main character (an Arab international student) goes to study at Cambridge.

Basically, I’m looking for social life and PEROSNAL experience of that time.

1. How did British students interacted with non-British back then?

2. Was there a noticeable cultural divide between domestic and international students, or did people integrate easily?

3. Was there bullying among students (any students) in general?

I've done some reading (and there wasn’t THAT much info), but AGAIN I'm really looking for experiences, memories, or personal perspectives to make the subjective experience feel realistic (to capture both how my main character perceives the environment and how his fellow Cambridge students see him). Thanks so much in advance to anyone who can share their insights!