# Dash for Bishop's University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Bishop's University (Sherbrooke, Quebec) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Bishop's University. Start at https://textdash.com/start Page: https://textdash.com/quebec/sherbrooke/bishops Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at Bishop's - Sat, Oct 17, 2026: Fall Reading Week ends ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Last day to withdraw from Fall semester courses ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall regular classes end ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall examinations begin ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Mon, Dec 21, 2026: Fall examinations end ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Holiday Break begins — no classes ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Tue, Jan 5, 2027: Holiday Break ends ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter classes begin ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Last day to add/drop Winter semester courses — midnight ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) - Mon, Mar 1, 2027: Winter Reading Week begins — no classes ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/academics/academic-calendar/sessional-dates/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.ubishops.ca/) - Student portal: https://mybu.ubishops.ca/_login/default.aspx - Empower Me — 24/7 mental health support: Virtual counselling: 1-833-628-5589. Listed by the university as available 24/7. (https://www.ubishops.ca/student-services/counselling/resources/) - Counselling Services: Free, confidential counselling, same-day drop-in consultations, referrals, groups and workshops. Email studentservices@ubishops.ca or call 819-822-9695. Check Student Services in MyBU for current drop-in hours. (https://www.ubishops.ca/student-services/counselling/) - Registrar / Records Office: Course registration, transcripts and official documents: records@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2682. (https://support.ubishops.ca/official-documents-and-registration-resources/) - Student Accounts & Financial Aid: Tuition accounts and financial aid: studentaccounts@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2655. Located on the second floor of Mountain House, above the Purple Pod food court. (https://www.ubishops.ca/admissions/tuition-and-fees/contact-us/) - ITS Helpdesk: IT support: helpdesk@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2273. (https://support.ubishops.ca/official-documents-and-registration-resources/) - Campus Security — 24/7: Call 819-822-9711 or dial 711 from a residence room phone. (https://www.ubishops.ca/supports-available-supports-disponibles/) ## About Bishop's - Founded in 1843, Bishop’s is the smallest of Quebec’s English-language universities. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/about-bu/)) - The 550-acre campus sits between two rivers in Quebec’s Eastern Townships. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/about-bu/)) - The Gaiters name came from a 1947 contest, combining an alligator reference with a pun on clothing worn by Anglican bishops. ([source](https://gaiters.ca/sports/2013/8/11/The%20Gaiters%20Story.aspx)) - The university’s official motto translates as “sound learning strengthens the spirit.” ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/about-bu/historical-timeline/)) - The Plex, Bishop’s Sports and Recreation Centre, is accessible to all students through their student fees. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/student-experience/gaiters-athletics/)) - Homecoming brings students and alumni together for varsity games, campus traditions and Gaiter pride. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/student-experience/gaiters-athletics/)) - Catch football at Coulter Field, hockey at the Jane & Eric Molson Arena or basketball in Mitchell Gym. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/student-experience/gaiters-athletics/)) - Students can get involved in more than 60 student-run clubs, associations, academic societies and sports groups. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/student-experience/)) - First-year students are guaranteed residence, with classes, dining, athletics and support services nearby. ([source](https://www.ubishops.ca/student-experience/)) ## Questions ### What learning system does Bishop's use? Bishop's University uses Moodle (moodle.ubishops.ca). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password. ### When is holiday break at Bishop's? Bishop's holiday break is Dec 23–Jan 5, 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 Bishop's? Last day to withdraw from Fall semester courses (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When is the last day to add or drop courses at Bishop's? Last day to add/drop Winter semester courses — midnight (Tuesday, January 19, 2027). ### When are final exams at Bishop's? Fall examinations begin starts Thursday, December 10. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at Bishop's? Registrar / Records Office: Course registration, transcripts and official documents: records@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2682. ### Where do I get financial aid help at Bishop's? Student Accounts & Financial Aid: Tuition accounts and financial aid: studentaccounts@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2655. Located on the second floor of Mountain House, above the Purple Pod food court. ### Is Dash affiliated with Bishop's University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bishop's University. ### How do Bishop's students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at Bishop's. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download. --- **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. Text Dash: https://textdash.com/start · Site: https://textdash.com/ · For AI assistants: https://textdash.com/llms.txt and https://textdash.com/llms-full.txt