# Dash for Laurentian University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/ontario/sudbury/laurentian
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Laurentian

- Thu, Oct 29, 2026: Fall courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Fall/Winter courses: last day for 50% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Winter 2027 tuition and fees payment due ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/payment-options))
- Fri, Jan 15, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 100% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Jan 22, 2027: Fall/Winter courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Feb 12, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 50% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Feb 26, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace
- Student portal: https://my.laurentian.ca/
- Good2Talk — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential support for postsecondary students in Ontario. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868. (https://laurentian.ca/services/are-you-ok)
- Counselling Services: Book an in-person, telephone or videoconference appointment: 705-673-6506 or counselling@laurentian.ca. (https://laurentian.ca/services/counselling/wellness)
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada for anyone thinking of suicide or worried about someone else. (https://laurentian.ca/services/are-you-ok)
- GuardMe — support outside Ontario: Free 24/7 immediate and ongoing support for Laurentian students outside Ontario or Canada, with multilingual and culturally matched counsellors. No appointment needed. (https://laurentian.ca/services/counselling/wellness)
- Campus Security: Available 24/7, 365 days a year: 705-673-6562 or security@laurentian.ca. For an emergency or life-threatening situation, call 911, then Campus Security. (https://laurentian.ca/about/contact-us)
- Accessibility Services: 705-675-1151 ext. 3324; accessibilityservicesinfo@laurentian.ca. R.D. Parker Building, 2nd Floor, Room P-230. (https://laurentian.ca/about/contact-us)
- IT Services — Service Desk: Help with accounts, access, troubleshooting and software support. Email it@laurentian.ca or call 705-675-1151 ext. 2200. (https://laurentian.ca/academics/schools/engineering-and-computer-science/digital-resources)
- Academic Advising and Registration Assistance: Help with course planning and registration: academicadvising@laurentian.ca or 705-675-1151 ext. 3469. Access Self-Service through my.laurentian.ca. (https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/registration)

## About Laurentian

- Laurentian is Canada’s only university with a tricultural mandate, embracing English, French and Indigenous education. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures))
- Students originally preferred copper-red and nickel-grey, but university leaders chose blue and gold in November 1960. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures/history-laurentian-university))
- Laurentian hosted a NASA tracking station that participated in the GEOS-A and GEOS-B satellite projects. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures/history-laurentian-university))
- The university’s Latin motto, “Emitte lucem et veritatem,” means “Send out light and truth.” ([source](https://www.gg.ca/en/heraldry/public-register/project/2021))
- Fall Orientation includes Residence Fest, Beach Day, a Pep Rally, Silent Disco and Outdoor Movie Night. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/fall))
- Sacred Fire, Tea and Bannock, and Anishinaabemowin Bingo are part of orientation’s cultural programming. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/fall))
- Residence events include LU’s Got Talent, an annual baseball tournament and a Haunted House Fundraiser. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/residence/events))
- Residence offers weekly dance fitness and yoga classes, plus substance-free TGIF weekend social events. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/assets/files/Residence/ResidenceBrochure_ENG_2025.pdf))
- An Eagle Staff became part of Laurentian’s formal ceremonial traditions at Fall 2024 Convocation. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/alumni/convocation/traditions))

## Questions

### What learning system does Laurentian use?

Laurentian University uses Brightspace. Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### Is Dash affiliated with Laurentian University?

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

### How do Laurentian students start using Dash?

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