# Dash for University of King's College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of King's College (Halifax, Nova Scotia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of King's College. Start at https://textdash.com/start

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at King's

- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Last day to drop fall courses with a W ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Last day to drop multi-term courses without a W ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Fall study break begins, except fourth-year BJH, BJ One-Year and first-year MJ students ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — university closed ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall study break ends, except fourth-year BJH, BJ One-Year and first-year MJ students ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall term classes end ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Break before fall exams ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall examinations begin ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall examinations end ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter term classes begin ([source](https://ukings.ca/current-students/important-dates/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace
- Student portal: https://dalonline.dal.ca
- Student Support Advisor: Isaac Wright, Registered Social Worker, provides support in person, virtually or by phone for mental health, housing and food insecurity, resource navigation and student wellness. Email isaac.wright@ukings.ca to book. (https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-services/health/mental/)
- Dalhousie Student Health and Wellness: Available to all King's students, with free services including same-day counselling and ongoing counselling. (https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-services/health/mental/)
- Stay Connected Peer Support: Two on-campus peer support workers provide free, confidential, non-judgmental mental health support. Drop-ins are available. (https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-services/health/mental/)
- Registrar's Office and academic advising: Registration and advising support: registrar@ukings.ca or 902-422-1271. The Academic Services Team is typically available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (https://ukings.ca/admissions/course-selection-registration/)
- Student Accounts: Tuition, residence fees and student account questions: accounts@ukings.ca or 902-422-1271 ext. 116. Located on the second floor of the Arts & Administration Building. (https://academiccalendar.ukings.ca/20262027calendar/part/fees/)
- Financial Aid: University financial aid information. (https://ukings.ca/admissions/finances/financial-aid/)
- Dalhousie Help Desk: Help with forgotten NetID or password: 1-800-869-3931, 902-494-2376 or helpdesk@dal.ca. (https://ukings.ca/admissions/finances/payments-guide/)

## About King's

- Founded in Windsor, Nova Scotia, in 1789, King’s was the first university established in English Canada. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/about-kings/history/))
- From 1941 to 1945, the campus became HMCS Kings, a training site for Royal Canadian Navy officers. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/about-kings/history/))
- King’s students first designed the college crest in 1870. ([source](https://ukings.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kings-Identity-Guide-2022.pdf))
- Through its partnership with Dalhousie, King’s offers access to more than 2,500 courses and over 98 exchange programs. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/about-kings/))
- One in three students has an on-campus job during their time at King’s. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-life/))
- At Matriculation, new students wear academic gowns and sign the college’s Matricula to formally join King’s. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-life/college-traditions/))
- Classics in the Quad stages Greek theatre outdoors on the library steps, with first-year students given preference for roles. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-life/college-traditions/))
- Big Night is the annual campus talent showcase for students, faculty and staff. ([source](https://ukings.ca/campus-community/student-life/college-traditions/))
- Students can use the King’s gym, dance studio, cardio and weight rooms, as well as Dalhousie’s Dalplex. ([source](https://academiccalendar.ukings.ca/20252026calendar/part/athletics/))
- Formal Meal brings students, faculty and staff together once a semester for dining, guest speakers and academic-gown traditions. ([source](https://ukings.ca/events/formal-meal/))

## Questions

### What learning system does King's use?

University of King's College uses Brightspace. 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 King's?

Last day to drop fall courses with a W (Thursday, November 5, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at King's?

Last day to drop multi-term courses without a W (Thursday, November 5, 2026).

### When are final exams at King's?

Fall examinations 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 King's?

Registrar's Office and academic advising: Registration and advising support: registrar@ukings.ca or 902-422-1271. The Academic Services Team is typically available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

### Where do I get financial aid help at King's?

Financial Aid: University financial aid information.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of King's College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of King's College.

### How do King's students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at King's. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.

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