# Dash for Cornell University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/new-york/ithaca/cornell
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Cornell

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Instruction resumes after fall break ([source](https://courses.cornell.edu/enrollment-credit-requirements/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to drop classes or change grading basis in regular-session courses, first-year writing seminars, and project session full ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving break begins — no classes through November 29 ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Thanksgiving break ends ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of instruction for regular-session courses, first-year writing seminars, and project session full ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall 2026 study days begin ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall 2026 study days end ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams begin ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams end ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))
- Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of term and academic activity ([source](https://registrar.cornell.edu/calendars-exams/academic-calendar/2026-2027))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://login.canvas.cornell.edu/)
- 24/7 medical and mental health phone consultation: Call 607-255-5155 any time. Available to all Cornell students within the United States. After hours, mental health calls connect to a licensed therapist through ProtoCall. (https://health.cornell.edu/get-care/247-phone-consultation)
- Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): Drop-in consultation, individual counseling, and group counseling. Call 607-255-5155 for immediate support or access to services. Primarily serves students studying in Ithaca and Geneva, with select services for some NYC-based students. (https://health.cornell.edu/services/mental-health-care)
- Office of the University Registrar: Academic records, enrollment, registration, and student information systems. Phone: 607-255-4232. Email: univreg@cornell.edu. Located at 245 Day Hall, Ithaca. (https://registrar.cornell.edu/)
- Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application information. Phone: 607-255-5145. Email: finaid@cornell.edu. Located at 203 Day Hall, Ithaca. (https://finaid.cornell.edu/)
- Student Disability Services: For appointments, call 607-254-4545 or email sds_cu@cornell.edu. (https://health.cornell.edu/get-care/appointments)
- Student IT resources: Student technology guidance and links to IT support, NetID management, campus Wi-Fi, software, printing, and Canvas. (https://it.cornell.edu/students)
- Canvas support: For questions about Canvas, email canvas@cornell.edu. (https://it.cornell.edu/canvas)
- Office of the Bursar: Tuition and fee information. Monthly e-billing statements are issued twelve times per year; tuition and fees are due by the billing due date to avoid enrollment holds and finance charges. (https://bursar.cornell.edu/students-parents/tuition-rates-and-fees)

## About Cornell

- Cornell was chartered in 1865 on the site of Ezra Cornell’s farm in Ithaca. ([source](https://www.cornell.edu/about/timeline/))
- Cornell’s red-and-white colors trace back to a banner used at its inauguration on October 7, 1868. ([source](https://faq.enrollment.cornell.edu/kb/article/219-what-are-cornell-s-school-colors/))
- The name “Big Red” came from a 1905 football song whose lyrics called Cornell the “big red team.” ([source](https://cornellbigred.com/sports/2007/7/11/CornellTraditions.aspx))
- The Cornell Chimes grew from nine bells at the university’s opening to 21 bells, with three daily concerts while classes are in session. ([source](https://www.cornell.edu/about/timeline/))
- ClubFest happens at the start of each semester, helping students explore Cornell’s more than 1,000 student organizations. ([source](https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/campus-activities/annual-events-traditions))
- Moonlight Breakfast offers free breakfast food at Okenshields Dining Hall at each semester’s end—no meal swipes needed. ([source](https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/campus-activities/annual-events-traditions))
- Slope Day celebrates the end of classes with live music, food, and giveaways on Libe Slope. ([source](https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/campus-activities/annual-events-traditions))
- On Dragon Day, first-year architecture students parade an enormous handmade dragon across campus. ([source](https://alumni.cornell.edu/come-back/cornell-traditions/))
- The Einhorn Center for Community Engagement connects students with community-focused opportunities and partnerships. ([source](https://faq.enrollment.cornell.edu/kb/article/263-what-clubs-and-organizations-does-cornell-have/))

## Questions

### What learning system does Cornell use?

Cornell University uses Canvas (login.canvas.cornell.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 Cornell?

Cornell's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–Dec 10, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at Cornell?

Fall 2026 last day to drop classes or change grading basis in regular-session courses, first-year writing seminars, and project session full (Monday, October 19, 2026).

### When are final exams at Cornell?

Fall 2026 final exams begin starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the University Registrar: Academic records, enrollment, registration, and student information systems. Phone: 607-255-4232. Email: univreg@cornell.edu. Located at 245 Day Hall, Ithaca.

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

Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application information. Phone: 607-255-5145. Email: finaid@cornell.edu. Located at 203 Day Hall, Ithaca.

### Is Dash affiliated with Cornell University?

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

### How do Cornell students start using Dash?

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