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i arrived on campus vs i arrived in campus

The correct phrase here is "I arrived on campus." The preposition "on" is used to indicate location when referring to a specific area like a campus. The preposition "in" is used for larger areas such as cities or countries.
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i arrived on campus

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "on" when referring to a specific location like a campus. It indicates arrival at a particular place.

Examples:

  • I arrived on campus and went straight to the library.
  • She arrived on campus just in time for the meeting.
  • They arrived on campus early to set up for the event.
  • Mar 16, 2016 ... I arrived on campus, (two trains, one Amtrak, and a few taxis later) and was immediately welcomed by passionate student advocates, ...
  • “Yes, before and after I arrived on campus” as separate response options. In Table 1, victimization rates before and/or after arriving on campus are broken down ...
  • “The day I arrived on campus, I joined amazing individuals who are passionate, driven, and poised to make an impact. You'll grow more than you could imagine ...
  • Dec 14, 2015 ... It was the dead of winter, and when my dad and I arrived on campus it was frigid cold. I didn't care. As I was given a tour around campus, I was ...

Alternatives:

  • I arrived at campus
  • I reached campus
  • I got to campus
  • I made it to campus

i arrived in campus

This phrase is incorrect in English. The preposition "in" is not used to indicate arrival at a specific location like a campus.

  • I am a part of an amazing team that I have been blessed to know and have worked with before I arrived in campus. This is my first year of in this ministry, and I ...

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