# Dash for Kwantlen Polytechnic University students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Surrey, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/british-columbia/surrey/kwantlen-polytechnic
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at KPU

- Fri, Oct 23, 2026: Spring 2027: Class schedule publication ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Spring 2027: Registration opens ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day closure ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw (unavailable once a final grade is entered) ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall 2026: Last day of classes ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall 2026: Exam period begins ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall 2026: Exam period ends ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates))
- Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Fall 2026: Term ends ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday closure begins ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/))
- Sun, Jan 3, 2027: Holiday closure ends ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://courses.moodle.kpu.ca)
- Student portal: https://mykpu.ca
- 24/7 TELUS Health Student Support: Professional counselling for all KPU students, with telephone and app-based chat support. Call 1-844-451-9700; from outside North America, call 001-416-380-6578. Multilingual support is available. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling/support)
- Counselling Services: Online and in-person counselling. Call 604-599-2828 or email Counsellor@kpu.ca. Initial meet-and-greet sessions are offered Monday–Friday by phone and online. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling)
- 24/7 suicide crisis support: Call or text 988 for Canada's national suicide crisis helpline. In BC, call 1-800-784-2433 for the 24/7 suicide prevention and intervention line. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling)
- Office of the Registrar: Student inquiries and assistance: 604-599-2000 or studentinfo@kpu.ca. Located in the Maple Building at 12666 72 Avenue, Surrey. (https://www.kpu.ca/registrar/contacts)
- Student Awards and Financial Assistance: Financial Aid Advisors provide guidance on student loans, grants, scholarships, bursaries and emergency assistance, depending on eligibility. (https://www.kpu.ca/awards)
- IT Service Desk: Call 604-599-2116 or email servicedesk@kpu.ca. Surrey walk-in desk: Library Main Floor, Arbutus Building; Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Call centre: Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–8:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; final exam support until 10:00 PM. (https://www.kpu.ca/it)
- Fees and payment information: Information on how to pay, fee deadlines and refunds, and T2202 forms. (https://www.kpu.ca/registration/fees)

## About KPU

- The Kwantlen First Nation gifted the university its name, meaning “Tireless Runner.” ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/about))
- KPU began as Kwantlen College in 1981 and became Kwantlen Polytechnic University in 2008. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts))
- KPU has five Metro Vancouver campuses, including KPU Tech in Cloverdale and KPU Civic Plaza in Surrey City Centre. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts))
- Kwantlen First Nation artist Drew Atkins carved KPU’s ceremonial mace, which leads the convocation procession. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/graduation/traditions-regalia))
- Distinctive study options include Brewing and Brewery Operations, Farrier Science, and Fashion and Technology. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts))
- The student-led Peer Wellness program helps students find the KPU resources and services they need. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/))
- The Learning Centre, academic advising, and library services are resources students can turn to for academic support. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/))
- Student Awards and Financial Assistance provides help with student finances. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/))
- Elder in Residence Lekeyten supports Indigenous students by sharing knowledge, traditions, and teachings. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/about))

## Questions

### What learning system does KPU use?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University uses Moodle (courses.moodle.kpu.ca). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is the last day to withdraw from a course at KPU?

Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw (unavailable once a final grade is entered) (Friday, December 4, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at KPU?

Fall 2026: Exam period begins starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at KPU?

Office of the Registrar: Student inquiries and assistance: 604-599-2000 or studentinfo@kpu.ca. Located in the Maple Building at 12666 72 Avenue, Surrey.

### Where do I get financial aid help at KPU?

Student Awards and Financial Assistance: Financial Aid Advisors provide guidance on student loans, grants, scholarships, bursaries and emergency assistance, depending on eligibility.

### Is Dash affiliated with Kwantlen Polytechnic University?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

### How do KPU students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at KPU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.

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**About Dash.** Dash is an AI sidekick for college and university students that you text over iMessage or SMS. It tracks every deadline and texts you before each one, answers questions about your campus, helps you study, and, with your yes, orders food, books things, makes phone calls and handles admin. Free to start. iMessage on iPhone and SMS on any phone. No app, no login. For students at colleges and universities in Canada and the United States. Dash never writes, answers or submits graded work. It explains, quizzes and plans. Dash is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by any college or university.

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