# Dash for Texas State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/texas/san-marcos/texas-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at TXST

- Wed, Oct 21, 2026: Registration opens for Spring 2027 ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Oct 22, 2026: Automatic W deadline — fall full term ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Oct 22, 2026: Last day to drop a fall full-term course ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Wed, Nov 18, 2026: Last day to withdraw from the university — fall full term and second eight weeks ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving break — no classes ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Last day to register with no fee — spring full term, first eight weeks, and three-week mini-session ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Wed, Dec 2, 2026: Last day of classes — fall full term and second eight weeks ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Dec 3, 2026: Final exams — fall full term and second eight weeks ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall term ends — full term and second eight weeks ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Jan 14, 2027: Last day to register with $25 fee — spring full term and first eight weeks ([source](https://onestop.txst.edu/important-dates.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://discovery.canvas.txst.edu/)
- Counseling Center: Virtual and in-person counseling for San Marcos and Round Rock students. Call 512-245-2208 for information or appointments. (https://www.counseling.txst.edu/)
- After-hours crisis support: Call 512-245-2208 and select option 2 after hours for an on-call counselor. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911. (https://www.counseling.txst.edu/crisis-urgent-support.html)
- TimelyCare: No-additional-cost virtual mental health services for currently or upcoming enrolled students. TalkNow provides 24/7 emotional support, including during breaks, with international access. Assistance: 833-484-6359. (https://www.counseling.txst.edu/timelycare.html)
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 24-hour crisis support by call, text, or chat at 988. (https://988lifeline.org/)
- TXST One Stop: Help with financial aid and scholarships, billing and payments, registration and records, and undergraduate admissions. Call 512-245-8978. Located in J. C. Kellam, Suite 240, 601 University Drive, San Marcos. (https://onestop.txst.edu/)
- Office of the University Registrar: Current students should contact TXST One Stop for assistance. Registrar office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; J. C. Kellam Room 620. Phone: 512-245-8978. (https://www.registrar.txst.edu/about/contact-us.html)
- Office of Disability Services: Students encountering disability-related classroom accessibility barriers should contact their instructor or the Office of Disability Services. Documentation may be required; the office works with instructors and departments on accommodations. (https://www.registrar.txst.edu/)
- IT Assistance Center (ITAC): Course-related technology assistance by email at itac@txstate.edu, live chat, or phone at 512-245-4822. (https://online.txst.edu/student-services/)

## About TXST

- Founded in 1899, Texas State opened in 1903 as Southwest Texas State Normal School. ([source](https://mycatalog.txstate.edu/undergraduate/general-information/history-university/))
- Old Main, the red-gabled Victorian building on Chautauqua Hill, has been a campus landmark since 1903. ([source](https://mycatalog.txstate.edu/undergraduate/general-information/history-university/))
- The school’s maroon and gold colors were inspired by the native gaillardia wildflower, also called Firewheel. ([source](https://www.txst.edu/about/history-traditions/school-colors.html))
- Sophomore Beth Greenlees named Boko in a 1964 mascot-naming contest and won $5. ([source](https://www.txst.edu/about/history-traditions/boko-the-bobcat.html))
- Graduates celebrate commencement by jumping into the San Marcos River wearing their caps and gowns. ([source](https://www.txst.edu/about/history-traditions/river-jump.html))
- The Recreation Center offers rock climbing, weights, and indoor swimming. ([source](https://www.txst.edu/student-life.html))
- Tunes @ Noon brings live music to the LBJ Amphitheater for students to enjoy over lunch or homework. ([source](https://saca.studentinvolvement.txst.edu/events/signature-events.html))
- SACA’s Grocery Bingo gives students the chance to win bags of groceries. ([source](https://saca.studentinvolvement.txst.edu/events/signature-events.html))
- The Big Event is a one-day, student-led community service project involving about 3,500 students, faculty, and staff. ([source](https://www.txst.edu/student-life.html))

## Questions

### What learning system does TXST use?

Texas State University uses Canvas (discovery.canvas.txst.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 TXST?

TXST's thanksgiving break is Nov 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 TXST?

Automatic W deadline — fall full term (Thursday, October 22, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at TXST?

Last day to drop a fall full-term course (Thursday, October 22, 2026).

### When are final exams at TXST?

Final exams — fall full term and second eight weeks starts Thursday, December 3. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the University Registrar: Current students should contact TXST One Stop for assistance. Registrar office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; J. C. Kellam Room 620. Phone: 512-245-8978.

### Is Dash affiliated with Texas State University?

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

### How do TXST students start using Dash?

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