# Dash for Memorial University of Newfoundland students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Memorial University of Newfoundland (St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Memorial University of Newfoundland. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/newfoundland-and-labrador/st-johns/memorial
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at MUN

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Fall lectures resume ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Thu, Oct 15, 2026: Lectures follow the Tuesday schedule ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Wed, Nov 4, 2026: Fall last day to drop courses without academic prejudice ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Winter 2027 undergraduate registration begins ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day; lecture break ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Lectures follow the Wednesday schedule ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall lectures end ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall examination period begins ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall examination period ends ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))
- Thu, Jan 7, 2027: Winter lectures begin ([source](https://www.mun.ca/university-calendar/diary-of-important-dates/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://online.mun.ca/loginsso.asp)
- Student portal: https://my.mun.ca/student
- 24/7 mental wellness support — GuardMe Student Support Program: Free, confidential support in 60+ languages for enrolled undergraduate and graduate students who have paid student fees. Call 1-844-451-9700 within North America or 001-416-380-6578 outside North America. Chat and telephone support are also available through the TELUS Health Student Support app. (https://mun.ca/studentwellness/counselling-services/free-247-mental-wellness-support-for-students/)
- Student Wellness and Counselling Centre: Non-emergency counselling for registered students. Book in person or call (709) 864-8500, option 2. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; summer hours end at 4 p.m. Same-day counselling requests: samedaycounselling@mun.ca, including your phone number, student number and current location. (https://mun.ca/student/student-supports-and-services/supports/urgent-supports-and-memorial-counselling-services/)
- Campus Enforcement and Patrol — urgent support: Call (709) 864-4100 for immediate campus safety concerns. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. (https://mun.ca/student/student-supports-and-services/supports/urgent-supports-and-memorial-counselling-services/)
- Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, academic advising, student records, enrolment verification, final examinations, transcripts and graduation. (https://mun.ca/regoff/contact-us/)
- Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and Financial Aid: Administers entrance and undergraduate scholarships, bursaries and awards; processes loan documents for students from the United States and Canadian provinces other than Newfoundland and Labrador. Most scholarships and awards do not require an application. (https://www.mun.ca/scholarships/)
- Cashier's Office — St. John's: Tuition and fee inquiries: cashiers@mun.ca or (709) 864-8228. Located in the Arts and Administration Building, A1023. (https://mun.ca/finance/tuition-fees-and-charges/)

## About MUN

- Founded in 1925, Memorial University College was conceived as a living memorial to those who died in the First World War. ([source](https://www.mun.ca/main/history/))
- Memorial’s motto, Provehito in Altum, means “Launch forth into the deep.” ([source](https://www.mun.ca/marcomm/memorials-brand/using-memorials-logo/ceremonial-logo/))
- Memorial is Canada’s only Anglophone university offering comprehensive folklore programs at all levels. ([source](https://www.mun.ca/undergrad/programs/humanities-and-social-sciences/folklore/))
- Memorial held its first convocation in June 1950; engineering professor Jack Facey went on to serve as convocation marshal for 46 years. ([source](https://mun.ca/convocation/history-of-convocation/))
- Campus tunnels nicknamed “munnels” let students travel between buildings while avoiding winter weather. ([source](https://macleans.ca/education/university/memorial-university-of-newfoundland-student-life-on-campus/))
- The Breezeway, MUNSU’s student bar on the University Centre’s first floor, hosts shows, games and community events. ([source](https://themuse.ca/is-the-breezeway-back/))
- Welcome Week Tent Gatherings outside Juniper House welcome everyone to meet Elders, share food and join cultural activities. ([source](https://mun.ca/indigenous/students/st-johns-campus/programming/))
- Mid-week Munchies offers snacks and conversation at the Indigenous Student House on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ([source](https://mun.ca/indigenous/students/st-johns-campus/programming/))
- Students can cheer on the Memorial Sea-Hawks at varsity games and matches in sports such as basketball, soccer and volleyball. ([source](https://www.mun.ca/main/visitors/attractions-and-activities/varsity-athletics/))

## Questions

### What learning system does MUN use?

Memorial University of Newfoundland uses Brightspace (online.mun.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 MUN?

Fall last day to drop courses without academic prejudice (Wednesday, November 4, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at MUN?

Fall examination period begins starts Thursday, December 10. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, academic advising, student records, enrolment verification, final examinations, transcripts and graduation.

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

Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and Financial Aid: Administers entrance and undergraduate scholarships, bursaries and awards; processes loan documents for students from the United States and Canadian provinces other than Newfoundland and Labrador. Most scholarships and awards do not require an application.

### Is Dash affiliated with Memorial University of Newfoundland?

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

### How do MUN students start using Dash?

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