# Dash for Mount Saint Vincent University students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Mount Saint Vincent University (Halifax, Nova Scotia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Mount Saint Vincent University. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/nova-scotia/halifax/mount-saint-vincent
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at MSVU

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Classes resume after Fall study break ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Last day to drop Fall Term courses without academic penalty (WF) ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/academic-course-add-drop-dates/))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — University closed ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall classes end; Wednesday class schedule applies ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall Reading Day ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall exams begin — 9:00 a.m. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Mon, Dec 21, 2026: Fall exams end — 10:00 p.m. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: New Year's Day — University closed ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/important-dates-in-the-university-year/))
- Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter classes begin ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/RO-2026-2027-Add-Drop-Dates.pdf))
- Wed, Jan 13, 2027: Last day to register or add Winter Term courses ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/academic-course-add-drop-dates/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://learn.msvu.ca/)
- Student portal: http://www.msvu.ca/myMount
- Good2Talk — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential support for post-secondary students in Nova Scotia. Call 1-833-292-3698 for professional counselling. (https://healthymindsns.ca/schools/mount/)
- Crisis Text Line — 24/7/365: Text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868 to connect with a trained volunteer crisis responder. (https://healthymindsns.ca/schools/mount/)
- Togetherall: Anonymous, clinically moderated online community offering mental health support 24/7. (https://healthymindsns.ca/schools/mount/)
- Counselling Services: Located at EMF 108. Call 902-457-6567 or email counselling@msvu.ca. (https://healthymindsns.ca/schools/mount/)
- Registrar's Office: Evaristus Hall, Room 207. Email registration@msvu.ca; call 902-457-6117 or 1-877-733-6788. Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. September–May and 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. June–August. (https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/registrars-office/contact-us/)
- Financial Aid: Questions about bursaries, Student Works, scholarships and applying for government student loans: financial.aid@msvu.ca; 902-457-6351 or 1-877-733-6788, option 2. Located at 207 Evaristus Hall. (https://www.msvu.ca/future-students/money-matters/)
- Financial Services: Tuition, fees, payments and government student loan payments: financial.services@msvu.ca; 902-457-6277. Student Counter on the second floor of Evaristus Hall. (https://www.msvu.ca/future-students/money-matters/)
- IT&S Helpdesk: Call 902-457-6538 or email helpdesk@msvu.ca. (https://www.msvu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/RO-UG-Calendar-2026-2027-Sept-9-compressed.pdf)

## About MSVU

- Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1873, the Mount was among Canada's few institutions offering higher education to women and girls. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/university-profile/tradition-and-history/))
- For decades, thousands of crows have gathered on campus at dusk to roost in its trees. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/msvu-mascot))
- The university's athletic teams have been known as the Mount Mystics since 1983. ([source](https://oe.msvu.ca/sites/default/files/2025-02/876_OBJ.pdf))
- MSVU has the longest-standing accredited co-operative education program in Atlantic Canada. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/university-profile/))
- The university community includes more than 4,000 students representing close to 70 countries. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/))
- The Crow's Nest is the Students' Union's 24-hour student computer lounge. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/msvu-mascot))
- The Crow n' Go is a campus convenience store run by the Students' Union. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/msvu-mascot))
- The Dance Society offers drop-in classes and opportunities to join performance projects. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/find-your-community-then-thrive-the-world-of-student-societies-at-msvu/))
- The Science Student Society hosts activities such as museum trips, lab coat dyeing and cyanotype workshops. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/find-your-community-then-thrive-the-world-of-student-societies-at-msvu/))
- Free student services cover academic advising, financial aid, physical and mental well-being, and career planning. ([source](https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does MSVU use?

Mount Saint Vincent University uses Moodle (learn.msvu.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 MSVU?

Last day to drop Fall Term courses without academic penalty (WF) (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 MSVU?

Last day to register or add Winter Term courses (Wednesday, January 13, 2027).

### When are final exams at MSVU?

Fall exams begin — 9:00 a.m. starts Saturday, December 12. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Registrar's Office: Evaristus Hall, Room 207. Email registration@msvu.ca; call 902-457-6117 or 1-877-733-6788. Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. September–May and 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. June–August.

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

Financial Aid: Questions about bursaries, Student Works, scholarships and applying for government student loans: financial.aid@msvu.ca; 902-457-6351 or 1-877-733-6788, option 2. Located at 207 Evaristus Hall.

### Is Dash affiliated with Mount Saint Vincent University?

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

### How do MSVU students start using Dash?

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

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