# Dash for Acadia University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/nova-scotia/wolfville/acadia
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Acadia

- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Fall study break ends ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — no classes ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Last day to withdraw from a Fall term course with a W; later withdrawals receive an F ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall classes end ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall examination study day ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall examinations begin ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall examinations end ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter classes begin ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter fee payment deadline ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))
- Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Last day to add/change Winter course sections or withdraw without a W ([source](https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.acadiau.ca)
- Student portal: https://collss.acadiau.ca/student/Account/Login
- Good2Talk Nova Scotia — 24/7 support: Free, confidential professional counselling, information and referrals for Nova Scotia post-secondary students, available 24/7/365. Call 1-833-292-3698. (https://www2.acadiau.ca/student_life/health-wellness/mental-health/online-tools.html)
- Crisis Text Line — 24/7 support: Text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868 to connect with a volunteer crisis supporter. Available 24/7/365. (https://www2.acadiau.ca/student_life/health-wellness/mental-health/online-tools.html)
- Nova Scotia Mental Health Crisis Line: Call 1-888-429-8167. For a mental health emergency, the university also advises going to the nearest hospital emergency department or calling 911. (https://www2.acadiau.ca/student-life/health-wellness/mental-health.html)
- Counselling Centre: Confidential individual and group counselling and connections to campus and community resources. Email counselling@acadiau.ca or call 902-585-1238. Located at Dennis House, West Entrance, and Willett House, Red Spruce Mental Health Clinic. Open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; closed noon–1 p.m. (https://www2.acadiau.ca/student-life/health-wellness/mental-health.html)
- Registrar's Office: Help with registration, degree audits, prerequisites, enrolment verification, transfer credits, important dates, examinations and academic regulations. Call 902-585-1222 or email registrar@acadiau.ca. Registered students are encouraged to use the Registrar's Office Information and Service Hub. (https://registrar.acadiau.ca/welcometotheregistrarsoffice.html)
- Moodle Help: Instructions for common Moodle tasks. Questions and feedback can be sent to moodlehelp@acadiau.ca. (https://moodlehelp.acadiau.ca/)
- Tuition and fees: Information about full-load and per-course tuition, credit hours, and mandatory supplementary fees. (https://www2.acadiau.ca/student-services/student-accounts/tuition-fees.html)

## About Acadia

- Acadia was founded in 1838 by local Baptists without religious tests for faculty or students. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/history.html))
- The Athenaeum student newspaper was founded in 1874. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/history.html))
- Clara Belle Marshall became Acadia’s first female graduate in 1884. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/history.html))
- The university motto, “In Pulvere Vinces,” means “In dust you will win” and celebrates hard work. ([source](https://www.gg.ca/en/heraldry/public-register/project/2853))
- Convocation Hall has been used since 1925, giving generations of graduates the opportunity to cross the same platform. ([source](https://convocation.acadiau.ca/traditions.html))
- The Acadia Library offers free bike rentals for exploring Wolfville. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/newtoacadia/campuscommunity.html))
- Acadia Yoga Club offers free yoga sessions, with mats and blocks available. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/newtoacadia/campuscommunity.html))
- Trails around the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens lead to a historic well used when Acadia was first built. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/newtoacadia/campuscommunity.html))
- Students can explore over 80 academic, athletic, and social clubs and societies—or apply to create their own. ([source](https://www2.acadiau.ca/student-life/residence-campus-life/clubs-societies.html))
- The Student Activity Fund helps support student travel, networking, club events, and other student-centered programs. ([source](https://www.acadiastudents.ca/asucampuslife))

## Questions

### What learning system does Acadia use?

Acadia University uses Moodle (moodle.acadiau.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 Acadia?

Last day to withdraw from a Fall term course with a W; later withdrawals receive an F (Friday, November 27, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

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

Last day to add/change Winter course sections or withdraw without a W (Tuesday, January 19, 2027).

### When are final exams at Acadia?

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

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

Registrar's Office: Help with registration, degree audits, prerequisites, enrolment verification, transfer credits, important dates, examinations and academic regulations. Call 902-585-1222 or email registrar@acadiau.ca. Registered students are encouraged to use the Registrar's Office Information and Service Hub.

### Is Dash affiliated with Acadia University?

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

### How do Acadia students start using Dash?

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

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