# Dash for The University of Iowa students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at The University of Iowa (Iowa City, Iowa) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with The University of Iowa. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/iowa/iowa-city/uiowa
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UI

- Sun, Nov 22, 2026: Fall break begins; Dentistry and Medicine dates may differ ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: University holidays begin; offices closed November 26–27 ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Fall break ends ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Fall classes resume ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall final examination week begins ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall final examination week ends ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: University holidays begin; offices closed December 24–25, no winter-session classes ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Federal holiday; offices closed, no winter-session classes ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Federal holiday; no classes, offices closed ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://uiowa.instructure.com/)
- UI Support and Crisis Line: 24/7 mental health support via phone, text, or chat for students, faculty, staff, and postdocs. Call or text 844-461-5420. (https://wellbeing.uiowa.edu/crisis)
- University Counseling Service: Main office: W200, IMU. Call 319-335-7294 for appointments and availability. Offers same-day/next-day Quick Access appointments and initial consultations. (https://counseling.uiowa.edu/)
- Registrar Services: Registration, tuition and fees, transcripts, enrollment verification, student records, and MyUI navigation. Email registrar@uiowa.edu or call 319-384-4300. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (https://registrar.uiowa.edu/contact/registrar-services)
- Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application guidance. Email financial-aid@uiowa.edu. Located at 2400 University Capitol Centre, Iowa City, Iowa 52242. (https://financialaid.uiowa.edu/)
- ITS Help Desk: Call 319-384-4357 or email its-helpdesk@uiowa.edu. Help Desk online chat is also available. (https://its.uiowa.edu/services/myui)
- Course Deadline Tool: Select a session, department, course, and section to find course-specific start/end dates and registration-change deadlines. These dates do not apply to total withdrawal from a semester or session. (https://registrar.uiowa.edu/course-deadlines)

## About UI

- Iowa was founded on February 25, 1847, just 59 days after Iowa became a state. ([source](https://175.uiowa.edu/milestones-university-iowa-history))
- In 1860, Iowa became the first state institution of higher learning to admit women and men on an equal basis. ([source](https://175.uiowa.edu/milestones-university-iowa-history))
- Old Capitol served as Iowa’s first state capitol before becoming the university’s first building in 1857. ([source](https://oniowa.uiowa.edu/content/traditions-0))
- The Pentacrest was once called the “Five-Spot”; its current name won a Daily Iowan naming contest in the early 1920s. ([source](https://oniowa.uiowa.edu/content/traditions-0))
- Attend a home football game and join the Hawkeye Wave. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Try an exercise class, climb the wall, or swim at the recreation center. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Get a stack from Pancake Man and join Finals at IMU. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- See the Jackson Pollock mural at the Stanley Museum of Art. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Prepare for your future at the Pomerantz Career Center. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))

## Questions

### What learning system does UI use?

The University of Iowa uses Canvas (uiowa.instructure.com). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is fall break at UI?

UI's fall break is Nov 22–29, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at UI?

Fall final examination week begins starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Registrar Services: Registration, tuition and fees, transcripts, enrollment verification, student records, and MyUI navigation. Email registrar@uiowa.edu or call 319-384-4300. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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

Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application guidance. Email financial-aid@uiowa.edu. Located at 2400 University Capitol Centre, Iowa City, Iowa 52242.

### Is Dash affiliated with The University of Iowa?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The University of Iowa.

### How do UI students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at UI. 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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