# Dash for Canadian Mennonite University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/manitoba/winnipeg/canadian-mennonite
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at CMU

- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Fall Reading Week begins — no classes ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — university closed ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall Reading Week ends ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Tue, Nov 17, 2026: Last day to voluntarily withdraw from fall courses ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Last day of regularly scheduled fall courses ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Classes held according to a Monday schedule ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Reading Day — no classes ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall examination period begins — excludes December 13 and 20 ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall examination period ends ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall semester ends ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/important-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.cmu.ca/)
- Registrar's Office: Open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Registrar Jeremy Perrott: 204.594.0515; jperrott@cmu.ca. (https://www.cmu.ca/programs/registrar-staff)
- Financial Aid Office: Answers questions and meets with students to discuss money matters. (https://www.cmu.ca/financial/tuition-fees)
- IT help: Contact helpdesk@cmu.ca for forgotten computer or CMU email user IDs and passwords. (https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/resources/faq)
- Accessibility Services: The student FAQ directs students with physical limitations, learning disabilities, or mental health disabilities to Accessibility Services. (https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/resources/faq)
- Counselling and Spiritual Direction: CMU lists a Counselling and Spiritual Direction resource page. (https://ftp.cmu.ca/student-life/services/counselling)
- Populi student portal: Provides registration, bill statements, timetables, course information, grades, and unofficial transcripts. Access is available through Student Resources or the Student Hub; no direct portal URL is supplied in the sources. (https://www.cmu.ca/student-life/resources/comm)

## About CMU

- CMU opened in 2000 through the merger of three Mennonite colleges. ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/about/history))
- The flame in CMU’s refreshed logo symbolizes transformation and purpose. ([source](https://media.cmu.ca/news-cmu-unveils-new-visual-identity))
- First-year classes average 25 students, with a university-wide student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1. ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/))
- CMU offers free shared dormitory housing to every first-year undergraduate starting in fall 2026. ([source](https://www.cmu.ca/))
- Folio Café in Marpeck Commons is a student spot for coffee and study sessions. ([source](https://mycmulife.cmu.ca/2018/10/24/jerseys-london-fogs-green-chairs-beauty-rituals-cmu/))
- The Loewen Athletics Centre is home to CMU volleyball. ([source](https://mycmulife.cmu.ca/tag/butterchurner/))
- April Fools’ practical jokes are a longtime tradition on the Shaftesbury campus. ([source](https://media.cmu.ca/cat/story/45))
- The annual Verna Mae Janzen Music Competition is a highlight for CMU’s music students. ([source](https://media.cmu.ca/cat/story/45))

## Questions

### What learning system does CMU use?

Canadian Mennonite University uses Moodle (moodle.cmu.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 CMU?

Last day to voluntarily withdraw from fall courses (Tuesday, November 17, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at CMU?

Fall examination period begins — excludes December 13 and 20 starts Saturday, December 12. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Registrar's Office: Open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Registrar Jeremy Perrott: 204.594.0515; jperrott@cmu.ca.

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

Financial Aid Office: Answers questions and meets with students to discuss money matters.

### Is Dash affiliated with Canadian Mennonite University?

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

### How do CMU students start using Dash?

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