# Dash for Oregon State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/oregon/corvallis/oregon-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at OSU

- Sun, Oct 18, 2026: Last day to withdraw from a fall course with a 50% tuition refund ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day observed ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Last day to withdraw from a fall course; no refund available ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Last day to change the grading basis of a fall course, by noon ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Winter priority registration begins ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving break ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving break ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Last day to withdraw from fall term ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall term classes end ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall finals week begins ([source](https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/osu-academic-calendar))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.oregonstate.edu/)
- Student portal: http://myosu.oregonstate.edu/
- Anytime Anywhere — 24/7 mental health support: Free TELUS Health counseling for students at all OSU campuses, including Ecampus. Call 1-866-743-7732 in the U.S. and Canada, or 001-416-380-6578 elsewhere; app-based phone and chat support also available. (https://counseling.oregonstate.edu/anytimeanywhere)
- Counseling & Psychological Services — crisis support: Call 541-737-2131; after hours, select option 1 for a crisis counselor. Academic-year urgent drop-in clinic: Monday–Friday, 10 am–4 pm. Snell Hall, 5th Floor; caps@oregonstate.edu. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911. (https://counseling.oregonstate.edu/simple-tabs/crisis-support-0)
- Office of the Registrar: B102 Kerr Administration, Corvallis. Phone: 541-737-4331. Email: registrars@oregonstate.edu. (https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/)
- Office of Financial Aid: 218 Kerr Administration, Corvallis. Phone: 541-737-2241. Email: financial.aid@oregonstate.edu. In-person hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm; phone and virtual hours: Monday–Friday, 10 am–4 pm. (https://financialaid.oregonstate.edu/)
- Accessibility assistance for registrar services: Contact the Registrar at 541-737-4331 or registrars@oregonstate.edu for disability-related assistance with registrar services. The Registrar and Disability Access Services arrange classes in accessible locations. (https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/student-information-and-online-resources)
- OSU Service Desk — ONID support: Phone support for ONID accounts: 541-737-8787. (https://registrar.oregonstate.edu/student-information-and-online-resources)

## About OSU

- Oregon State became Oregon’s official land-grant institution on October 27, 1868; its first graduating class had just three students. ([source](https://oregonstate.edu/150))
- Oregon State’s Open Source Lab helped launch and host Mozilla Firefox 1.0. ([source](https://oregonstate.edu/150))
- The Valley Library became the first academic library to receive Library Journal’s Library of the Year award in 1999. ([source](https://oregonstate.edu/150))
- Benny Beaver was introduced to the student body on September 18, 1952, to boost school spirit. ([source](https://osubeavers.com/sports/2013/7/9/208626262))
- Oregon State students get free admission to athletic events. ([source](https://admissions.oregonstate.edu/traditions))
- Students can choose from more than 400 clubs and organizations. ([source](https://admissions.oregonstate.edu/campus-life))
- Dixon Recreation Center is a campus destination for staying active. ([source](https://admissions.oregonstate.edu/campus-activities))
- The Academic Success Center offers tutoring, study centers, writing support and academic coaching. ([source](https://admissions.oregonstate.edu/campus-life))
- Student Care provides resources, referrals and problem-solving support for students facing personal or academic challenges. ([source](https://admissions.oregonstate.edu/campus-activities))

## Questions

### What learning system does OSU use?

Oregon State University uses Canvas (canvas.oregonstate.edu). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is thanksgiving break at OSU?

OSU's thanksgiving break is Nov 26–27, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When is the last day to withdraw from a course at OSU?

Last day to withdraw from a fall course with a 50% tuition refund (Sunday, October 18, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at OSU?

Fall finals week begins starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar: B102 Kerr Administration, Corvallis. Phone: 541-737-4331. Email: registrars@oregonstate.edu.

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

Office of Financial Aid: 218 Kerr Administration, Corvallis. Phone: 541-737-2241. Email: financial.aid@oregonstate.edu. In-person hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm; phone and virtual hours: Monday–Friday, 10 am–4 pm.

### Is Dash affiliated with Oregon State University?

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

### How do OSU students start using Dash?

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