Don’t plan it.
Venture it.
Show up. Meet people. Repeat. Curated sessions at real Chicago spots.
Your campus.
Your moment.
The beta is live at Columbia College Chicago. Get the invite and be among the first students on the ground floor.
of college students prefer in-person interaction over digital alternatives — but most platforms make it harder, not easier.
of college students don’t participate in extracurricular activities. They’re surrounded by thousands of peers — and still feel alone.
Real life doesn’t work on a schedule. Your afternoon frees up, you feel like being social, and there’s no simple way to find someone else who’s in that same moment.
Grant GreggaFrom impulse to IRL in minutes.
Start a session.
Coffee. Gym. Study session. Whatever you're doing now or in the next two hours — start a session and see who's in.
See who's nearby, right now.
Verified students from your campus who match your vibe appear in real time. No swiping. No week-long text chains.
Show up. In real life.
Join with a tap. Meet up within minutes. Venture isn't trying to keep you on the app — it's trying to get you off it.
Less planning.
More connecting.
Someone is looking for a study partner. Two hours left.
Finding a spotter has never been easier.
A place where you say you'll stay for just one coffee.
Built for Chicago students.
Launching at Columbia College Chicago. Coming soon to DePaul, Loyola, Northwestern, and UIC.
Real people.
Right now.
.edu Verified
Every user is verified through their campus email. No strangers — only students.
Vibe Score
After each meetup, leave quick feedback. People who show up consistently get recognized. Trust is built into the loop.
Real-Time Only
Sessions expire within 2 hours. No passive scrolling. Just live moments.
“Venture is about what happens after you close the app.”
— From the Venture mission