Switchboard! vs Chance

Switchboard is a student-only network inspired by the best of the early internet: unfiltered, simple, and personal. On Switchboard, you can: ■ Create your profile - Build a mini page with your favorite spots, music, and interests. - Add a bio, your major, hometown, birthday, relationship status, and more. - Drop photo albums to show your world. ■ Find people - Search the directory to discover people at your school. - Check out who else lives in your dorm. ■ Post to the school-wide timeline - Share updates under your name or an alias you create. - See what others are saying. ■ Message - Hit “Message” on any profile to start a convo. - Create group chats and keep up with friends. Community & Trust You’ll need a university (.edu) email to join. All content follows community guidelines to keep Switchboard safe and respectful.

Chance is a conversation-first social experience designed to help people connect more intentionally. Instead of endless browsing or feeds, Chance introduces users through AI-curated pairings every two weeks. Each pairing unfolds over time through guided prompts that encourage thoughtful discussion and gradual discovery. By slowing the pace and focusing on conversation, Chance creates space for more meaningful interactions — without pressure, noise, or constant decision-making. How it works • Periodic, AI-selected pairings • Structured prompts that guide conversation • One connection at a time • No feeds, no swiping, no browsing Chance is built for people who value depth, pacing, and intentional interaction.