# Dash for University of Michigan-Ann Arbor students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/michigan/ann-arbor/umich
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at U-M

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall study break begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Tue, Oct 20, 2026: Fall study break ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving recess begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving recess ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Classes resume after Thanksgiving at 8 a.m. ([source](https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall study days begin ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Sun, Dec 13, 2026: Fall study days end ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall examinations: December 14–18 block begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall examinations: December 14–18 block ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.umich.edu/)
- Student portal: https://wolverineaccess.umich.edu
- Counseling and Psychological Services: 734-764-8312; 4079 Michigan Union. (https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf)
- Office of the Registrar / Wolverine Services: 734-647-3507; wolverineservices@umich.edu. 2200 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET. (https://ro.umich.edu/contact)
- Office of Financial Aid: 734-763-6600; financial.aid@umich.edu. 2500 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., except Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET; video advising available. (https://finaid.umich.edu/contact-us)
- Services for Students with Disabilities: 734-763-3000; G-664 Haven Hall. (https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf)
- Student Financial Services: Handles billing and collection of tuition, room and board, and other educational expenses. 734-764-7447; 2226 Student Activities Building, 515 East Jefferson Street. Bills and electronic payments are available through Wolverine Access. (https://sfo.umich.edu)

## About U-M

- Founded in Detroit in 1817, the university moved to Ann Arbor in 1837. ([source](https://almanac.obp.umich.edu/chapter/university-overview/))
- Students chose “azure blue and maize” as the school colors in 1867; ribbons later chosen to standardize the shades are preserved at Bentley Historical Library. ([source](https://historyofum.umich.edu/in-living-color/))
- Michigan’s winged football helmet debuted in 1938; its design helped receivers stand out downfield. ([source](https://static.mgoblue.com/custompages/thisismichigan/))
- Music student Louis Elbel composed “The Victors” in 1898 to celebrate Michigan’s Western Conference championship. ([source](https://static.mgoblue.com/custompages/thisismichigan/))
- Explore more than 1,700 registered, student-run clubs and organizations. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))
- The Diag’s bronze “M” comes with a superstition: stepping on it before your first U-M exam means you will fail that exam. ([source](https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/news-events/all-news/search-news/campus-traditions.html))
- Painting and repainting the Rock is a campus tradition that began after Michigan State fans painted it in the mid-1950s. ([source](https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/news-events/all-news/search-news/campus-traditions.html))
- Campus dining serves produce from the student-run U-M campus farm, and many locations offer GET app mobile ordering. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))
- Cheer at the Big House with more than 100,000 fans; most other athletics events are free for students, with some exceptions. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))

## Questions

### What learning system does U-M use?

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor uses Canvas (canvas.umich.edu). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is thanksgiving break at U-M?

U-M's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–Dec 13, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at U-M?

Fall examinations: December 14–18 block 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 U-M?

Office of the Registrar / Wolverine Services: 734-647-3507; wolverineservices@umich.edu. 2200 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET.

### Where do I get financial aid help at U-M?

Office of Financial Aid: 734-763-6600; financial.aid@umich.edu. 2500 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., except Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET; video advising available.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

### How do U-M students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at U-M. 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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