# Dash for Fanshawe College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Fanshawe College (London, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Fanshawe College. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/ontario/london/fanshawe-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Fanshawe

- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Winter domestic non-refundable deposit deadline; confirm your individual invoice ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/tuition/fee-dates))
- Wed, Nov 18, 2026: Fall withdrawal without academic penalty, with school approval — most programs ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates/deadline-withdrawal-fall))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall exam period begins; check FanshaweOnline for specific exam dates ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates/academic-calendar))
- Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Fall term-end date window begins; dates vary by program ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates))
- Mon, Dec 21, 2026: Fall term-end date window ends; not necessarily the last day of class ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates))
- Mon, Dec 21, 2026: Fall exam period ends ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates/academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Winter holiday closure begins ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: New Year's Day — college closed ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates))
- Sun, Jan 3, 2027: Winter holiday closure ends ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/important-dates))
- Mon, Jan 18, 2027: Winter domestic tuition balance due (standard-start programs) ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/tuition/fee-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace
- Counselling Services: Confidential mental health and personal support for registered students. Same-day/next-day appointments; online booking is available 24/7. Email: counselling@fanshawec.ca. (https://www.fanshawec.ca/students/support/health-wellness/counselling)
- Office of the Registrar: Admissions, registration, student records, fees, transcripts and graduation support. Email: info@fanshawec.ca. Room E1012; Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/registrars-office)
- Financial Aid and Student Awards: Help with scholarships, bursaries, OSAP, financial aid forms and financial literacy. (https://www.fanshawec.ca/admission-finance/financial-aid-awards)
- Accessibility Services: Accommodations to support an inclusive learning experience; listed in the Current Students hub. (https://www.fanshawec.ca/current-students)
- IT Service Desk: Account and login support. Phone: 519-452-6902. Room E2030, London campus. In person Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; LiveHelp/phone Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m.–noon. LiveHelp chat is a preferred contact method. (https://livehelp.fanshawec.ca)
- Account self-service: Password reset using your Fanshawe username or seven-digit student number. Contact IT if your account is locked or you do not know your credentials; identity verification is required. (https://password.fanshawec.ca/react/Login.aspx)

## About Fanshawe

- Fanshawe opened in September 1967 with 1,000 students and just three campus buildings. ([source](https://www.fanshawelibrary.com/virtual-exhibits/roots-of-innovation/))
- The London Campus spans 100 acres, and one in six Londoners has attended Fanshawe. ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/why-fanshawe/campus-life))
- Fashion Design graduate Claire Burgess helped build the redesigned Freddie the Falcon mascot unveiled in 2017. ([source](https://fanshawefalcons.ca/general/2017-18/releases/20180611kc2xth))
- Students, alumni and staff chose the Falcons' 2015 varsity logo through an online survey. ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/sites/default/files/legacy/oldfanshawe/sites/default/files/assets/athletics/Fanshawe%20Athletics%20Unveils%20New%20Falcons%20Logo.pdf))
- The Student Wellness Centre provides recreational programs, counselling and pharmacy services. ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/why-fanshawe/campus-life))
- Full-time students can join or start FSU clubs, including the Anime Club, Queer Haven and TableTop Gamers Guild. ([source](https://www.fsu.ca/clubs))
- London Campus dining includes Starbucks, Tim Hortons and restaurants available with or without a meal plan. ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/why-fanshawe/campus-life))
- Innovation Village offers collaborative workspaces and virtual reality and multimedia labs at the London Campus. ([source](https://www.fanshawec.ca/about-fanshawe))
- The Library Learning Commons offers peer tutoring, writing help and bookable study spaces. ([source](https://www.fanshawelibrary.com/virtual-exhibits/roots-of-innovation/))

## Questions

### What learning system does Fanshawe use?

Fanshawe 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 Fanshawe?

Fall withdrawal without academic penalty, with school approval — most programs (Wednesday, November 18, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Fanshawe?

Fall exam period begins; check FanshaweOnline for specific exam dates starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar: Admissions, registration, student records, fees, transcripts and graduation support. Email: info@fanshawec.ca. Room E1012; Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

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

Financial Aid and Student Awards: Help with scholarships, bursaries, OSAP, financial aid forms and financial literacy.

### Is Dash affiliated with Fanshawe College?

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

### How do Fanshawe students start using Dash?

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