# Dash for Temple University students

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

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Temple

- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Spring 2027 registration eligibility: undergraduates with 0 or more earned credits, 7 a.m. ET ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/priority-registration-spring))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall Break begins — no classes ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Fall Break ends ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall full-term classes end ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall full-term last day to withdraw ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall full-term final exams, days 1–3 begin ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall full-term final exams, days 1–3 end ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall full-term final exams, days 4–5 begin ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall full-term final exams, days 4–5 end ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Spring 2027 full-term classes begin ([source](https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2026-2027-academic-calendar))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.temple.edu)
- Student portal: https://tuportal.temple.edu/
- After-Hours Support and Crisis Line: Call 215-204-7276 when Counseling Services is closed; listen to the recording and press 1 when instructed to reach a mental health professional. (https://counseling.temple.edu/crisis-support)
- Tuttleman Counseling Services: 215-204-7276. A professional counselor is available during business hours for emergency consultation and assistance. Located at 1700 N. Broad St., 2nd floor, Philadelphia. (https://counseling.temple.edu/resources/hotlines)
- Office of the University Registrar: Business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Currently enrolled students must initiate record-service requests in TUportal. Located at 200 Conwell Hall, 1801 N. Broad Street. (https://registrar.temple.edu/)
- Student Financial Services: Assistance with financial aid and university account balance statements. Appointments with financial aid counselors are available. (https://sfs.temple.edu/)
- Bursar's Office: Tuition and fee information: 215-204-7269. Located at 115 Carnell Hall, 1803 North Broad Street. (https://bursar.temple.edu/tuition-and-fees)
- Technology Support Center: Call 215-204-8000 for assistance with Canvas courses and AccessNet-related questions. (https://help.temple.edu/TDClient/277/Portal/KB/Article/20089/Canvas-Overview)
- 24/7 Canvas Support: Student hotline: 1-844-683-6439. Email: support@instructure.com. Support is available 24/7. (https://help.temple.edu/TDClient/277/Portal/KB/Article/20089/Canvas-Overview)
- One Stop Student Services Center: Centralized support for Admissions, Registrar, Student Financial Services and Student Success. Located on the ground floor of Conwell Hall, 1801 N. Broad Street. (https://onestop.temple.edu/)

## About Temple

- Temple began in 1884 when Russell Conwell agreed to tutor a young working man at night. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/about/mission-history))
- Students in a Tyler School of Art design class created the iconic Temple “T” in 1983. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/about/mission-history/temple-traditions))
- Temple adopted the nocturnal owl as its mascot to honor its beginnings as a night school. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/about/mission-history/temple-traditions))
- The university’s official motto, Perseverantia Vincit, means “Perseverance Conquers.” ([source](https://www.temple.edu/about/mission-history))
- Stella, a great horned owl, became Temple’s live mascot in 2013. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/athletics))
- The Cherry Crusade student-fan section paints up, makes signs and leads cheers at football and basketball games. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/about/mission-history/temple-traditions))
- Students can receive one free ticket to each home football and men’s and women’s basketball game, subject to availability. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/athletics))
- Night Owl Events offer free, alcohol-free late-night activities on Thursday through Saturday evenings. ([source](https://studentaffairs.temple.edu/student-leadership-engagement/campus-programs/signature-events))
- Charles Library and the TECH Center offer 24/7 collaboration and study spaces on Main Campus. ([source](https://admissions.temple.edu/about/fast-facts))
- Main Campus has a beloved food truck scene that students have explored through a history-course research project. ([source](https://www.temple.edu/life-temple))

## Questions

### What learning system does Temple use?

Temple University uses Canvas (canvas.temple.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 fall break at Temple?

Temple's fall break is Nov 23–25, 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 Temple?

Fall full-term last day to withdraw (Monday, December 7, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Temple?

Fall full-term final exams, days 1–3 begin starts Wednesday, December 9. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the University Registrar: Business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Currently enrolled students must initiate record-service requests in TUportal. Located at 200 Conwell Hall, 1801 N. Broad Street.

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

Student Financial Services: Assistance with financial aid and university account balance statements. Appointments with financial aid counselors are available.

### Is Dash affiliated with Temple University?

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

### How do Temple students start using Dash?

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