# Dash for University of North Texas students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/texas/denton/unt
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UNT

- Fri, Nov 6, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to drop a course or all courses with a W — full term ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Thanksgiving break begins ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/future-academic-calendar.html))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Thanksgiving break ends ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/future-academic-calendar.html))
- Thu, Dec 3, 2026: Fall 2026 last regular class meeting — full term ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall 2026 reading day — no classes ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Sat, Dec 5, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams begin — full term ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams end — full term ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 full term ends ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/registration/fall-academic-calendar.html))
- Thu, Jan 7, 2027: Spring 2027 regular registration ends — full semester ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/sites/default/files/spring-2027-academic-calendar.pdf))
- Sun, Jan 10, 2027: Spring 2027 last day to withdraw from the entire term on myUNT without courses appearing on the transcript ([source](https://registrar.unt.edu/sites/default/files/spring-2027-academic-calendar.pdf))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://unt.instructure.com)
- Student portal: https://my.unt.edu/psp/ps/?cmd=login&languagecd=eng
- After-hours mental health crisis hotline: After 5 PM, call 940-565-2741 and choose option 1. (https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/counseling-and-testing-services/student-counseling/index.html)
- Student Counseling: Appointments: 940-565-2741 or counselingandtestingservices@unt.edu, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM. Walk-in crisis support: Chestnut Hall, Suite 311, during the same hours. (https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/counseling-and-testing-services/student-counseling/index.html)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988. (https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/counseling-and-testing-services/student-counseling/index.html)
- Togetherall: Free, anonymous online peer support for all UNT students, available 24/7. (https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/news/togetherall-enhances-mental-health-resources.html)
- Office of the Registrar: Course registration and academic records support. Phone: 940-565-2111. Address: 1155 Union Circle #311400, Denton, Texas 76203. (https://registrar.unt.edu/academic-calendar-by-semester.html)
- UNT One Stop — financial aid and student accounts: Help with financial aid, scholarships, billing, payments and registration questions. Phone: 940-354-1787. Eagle Student Services Center, 2nd floor, Suite 201; also available at Frisco Landing through the Welcome Desk. (https://www.unt.edu/onestop/index.html)
- Office of Disability Access: Helps eliminate or minimize barriers and facilitate inclusion. (https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/counseling-and-testing-services/student-counseling/index.html)
- IT HelpDesk: Phone: 940-565-2324. Email: ithelp@unt.edu. Sage Hall, Room 330. Support hours: Monday–Thursday 8 AM–9 PM, Friday 8 AM–5 PM, Saturday–Sunday 11 AM–3 PM (CDT). Walk-in hours: Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM. (https://it.unt.edu/helpdesk/faq.html)

## About UNT

- Founded in 1890, UNT is one of the oldest public universities in the North Texas region. ([source](https://www.unt.edu/legacy/traditions/))
- UNT established the nation’s first jazz studies program. ([source](https://www.unt.edu/legacy/index.html))
- Students chose green and white as the school colors in 1902. ([source](https://exhibits.library.unt.edu/untfirst50years/traditions/))
- In the 1922 mascot vote, the Eagle received seventeen times more votes than the runner-up Dragon. ([source](https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/student-activities-center/programs-and-services/spirit/scrappy/history.html))
- Francis Stroup wrote “Fight, North Texas” in 1939; proceeds from its publication helped build the Student Memorial Union. ([source](https://exhibits.library.unt.edu/untfirst50years/traditions/))
- DATCU Stadium brings Mean Green fans together for home football games. ([source](https://www.unt.edu/allabout/mean-green.html))
- The Talons spend a week building the Homecoming Bonfire, which burns the night before the Homecoming football game. ([source](https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/student-activities-center/programs-and-services/spirit/talons/unt-traditions.html))
- After home football victories, Talons lead marches to McConnell Tower to sing as the tower lights up green. ([source](https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/student-activities-center/programs-and-services/spirit/talons/unt-traditions.html))
- Campus celebrations include University Day and Union Fest, alongside free College of Music performances. ([source](https://www.unt.edu/admissions/apply/campus-life))
- Students can get involved in more than 450 campus organizations, including fraternities and sororities. ([source](https://www.unt.edu/admissions/apply/campus-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does UNT use?

University of North Texas uses Canvas (unt.instructure.com). 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 UNT?

UNT's thanksgiving break is Nov 23–Dec 4, 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 UNT?

Fall 2026 last day to drop a course or all courses with a W — full term (Friday, November 6, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at UNT?

Fall 2026 final exams begin — full term starts Saturday, December 5. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar: Course registration and academic records support. Phone: 940-565-2111. Address: 1155 Union Circle #311400, Denton, Texas 76203.

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

UNT One Stop — financial aid and student accounts: Help with financial aid, scholarships, billing, payments and registration questions. Phone: 940-354-1787. Eagle Student Services Center, 2nd floor, Suite 201; also available at Frisco Landing through the Welcome Desk.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of North Texas?

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

### How do UNT students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at UNT. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.

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