Archive - The Syllabus

From Slackbot to Unicorn: The Evolution of Hightouch and the DRF Bet That Started It All

When Kashish Gupta declined a return offer from Bessemer Venture Partners in 2018, he had nothing more than an idea— a Slackbot for travel.

Apr 24 •

From Startup to Defense Tech Leader: Shield AI's Journey

Shield AI has flown to the forefront of defence tech with its novel autonomous systems and AI-powered drones.

Apr 8 •

January 2025

Welcoming the Class of 2024 Partners

A new academic year brings fresh energy and exceptional talent to the original student-run venture firm.

Jan 29 •

September 2024

Back to school with Dorm Room Fund! 🎉

Applications close in three days, events, BOGO offers, and more …

Sep 13, 2024 •

May 2024

We're baaaaaack: 2024 Summer Tracks

Unlocking Opportunity: Explore DRF's Summer Track Programs

May 7, 2024 •

August 2023

✍️ join us at the Dorm Room Fund

ft. some exciting opportunities here at DRF.

Aug 10, 2023 •

April 2023

🎊 All DRF 2023 recap & summer diversity tracks

ft. highlights and pics from DRF retreat, summer diversity tracks, and new VC & tech opportunities

Apr 28, 2023 •

March 2023

✍️ your editor in chief makes a new discovery

ft. a bit of your editor's personality, a deep dive on chips, writing from DRF members, and a special request for our readers!

Mar 24, 2023 •

February 2023

📅 New year, new announcements!

ft. recognition for our DRF founders and partners, news around AI hype, and lots of internships & jobs

Feb 28, 2023 •

September 2022

⌛ Last call for DRF Investment Partner applications!

We're keeping it short this week — one final reminder that Investment Partner applications for all schools outside of SF & West Coast region are due…

Sep 28, 2022 •

🚨 Join DRF's First Independent Fund !

A special edition of The Syllabus: Applications for investment partners are now open — apps are reviewed on a rolling basis until deadline, so apply…

Sep 12, 2022 •

August 2022

🏦 DRF portfolio company goes public!

ft. thoughtful essays and profiles, important news on the VC industry, immersive podcast episodes, and exciting job and internship opportunities!

Aug 6, 2022 •

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