# Dash for University of Pennsylvania students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/pennsylvania/philadelphia/penn
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Penn

- Fri, Oct 23, 2026: Fall grade mode change deadline ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Advance registration for Spring 2027 begins ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Fall last day to withdraw from a course ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Advance registration for Spring 2027 ends ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving break begins ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Thanksgiving break ends ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Classes resume after Thanksgiving ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall last day of classes ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall reading days begin ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall reading days end ([source](https://catalog.upenn.edu/undergraduate/academic-resources/calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.upenn.edu/)
- Student Health and Counseling — 24/7 support: Call 215-746-WELL (9355) for urgent medical or mental health needs, 24/7. (https://wellness.upenn.edu/get-help-now)
- Counseling: Individual and group therapy, drop-in clinician visits during business hours, and appointments at 215-746-9355. Located at 3624 Market Street, First Floor West. (https://wellness.upenn.edu/student-health-counseling/counseling)
- HELP Line: Call 215-898-HELP (4357), 24/7, for help navigating Penn health and wellness resources and mental health referrals. (https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/help-line/)
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for crisis support, 24/7. You can also text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. (https://wellness.upenn.edu/get-help-now)
- Office of the University Registrar: Registration and academic records assistance: 215-898-6636; registrar@upenn.edu. Walk-ins and appointments at the Franklin Building Lobby, 3451 Walnut Street. (https://srfs.upenn.edu/contact)
- Student Financial Services: Financial aid and billing assistance: 215-898-1988; sfsmail@pobox.upenn.edu. Walk-ins and appointments at the Franklin Building Lobby, 3451 Walnut Street. (https://srfs.upenn.edu/contact)
- Path@Penn support: Support for the hub for academic records, financial aid, and student profiles: pathatpenn@pobox.upenn.edu; 215-898-1988. (https://srfs.upenn.edu/path-at-penn)
- Canvas login assistance: For assistance choosing a Canvas login option, contact canvas@pobox.upenn.edu. (https://onlinelearning.upenn.edu/canvas/login/index.html)

## About Penn

- Benjamin Franklin organized the trustees who opened Penn’s Academy and Charitable School in 1751. ([source](https://www.upenn.edu/about/history))
- Penn established the first medical school in the American colonies in 1765. ([source](https://www.upenn.edu/about/history))
- Penn’s 299-acre urban campus is in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood. ([source](https://www.upenn.edu/about/faq))
- Students chose red and blue as Penn’s official athletic colors in spring 1876. ([source](https://archives.upenn.edu/exhibits/penn-history/penn-colors/))
- Penn’s motto, “Leges sine moribus vanae,” means “Laws without morals are useless.” ([source](https://www.upenn.edu/about/faq))
- At Hey Day, juniors march down Locust Walk to College Hall and are officially declared seniors. ([source](https://osa.universitylife.upenn.edu/campus-traditions/))
- Football fans throw toast onto the sidelines after the third quarter while singing “Drink a Highball.” ([source](https://osa.universitylife.upenn.edu/campus-traditions/))
- The Pottruck Health & Fitness Center offers fitness, wellness, intramural sports, sport clubs, and instructional classes. ([source](https://admissions.upenn.edu/student-life/athletics-recreation/varsity-athletics))
- Penn Park provides 24 acres of recreational facilities and green space, including fields and tennis complexes. ([source](https://admissions.upenn.edu/student-life/athletics-recreation/varsity-athletics))
- New students pose for their class photo by spelling out their class year on Franklin Field. ([source](https://nso.upenn.edu/events/signature-nso-events/))

## Questions

### What learning system does Penn use?

University of Pennsylvania uses Canvas (canvas.upenn.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 Penn?

Penn's thanksgiving break is Nov 26–Dec 9, 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 Penn?

Fall last day to withdraw from a course (Monday, November 2, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

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

Office of the University Registrar: Registration and academic records assistance: 215-898-6636; registrar@upenn.edu. Walk-ins and appointments at the Franklin Building Lobby, 3451 Walnut Street.

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

Student Financial Services: Financial aid and billing assistance: 215-898-1988; sfsmail@pobox.upenn.edu. Walk-ins and appointments at the Franklin Building Lobby, 3451 Walnut Street.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Pennsylvania?

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

### How do Penn students start using Dash?

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