# Dash for Virginia Commonwealth University students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/virginia/richmond/vcu
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at VCU

- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to withdraw with a W ([source](https://registrar.vcu.edu/))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Fall 2026 deadline to request Pass/Fail grading ([source](https://registrar.vcu.edu/))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall 2026 final examinations begin ([source](https://registrar.vcu.edu/academic-schedules/final-exam-schedule-/))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall 2026 final examinations end ([source](https://registrar.vcu.edu/academic-schedules/final-exam-schedule-/))
- Mon, Jan 18, 2027: University closed (subject to approval) ([source](https://academiccalendars.vcu.edu/AC_view.aspx?term=Spring+2027))
- Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Spring 2027 classes begin; MCV students follow departmental schedules ([source](https://academiccalendars.vcu.edu/AC_view.aspx?term=Spring+2027))
- Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Spring 2027 add/drop and late registration begin ([source](https://academiccalendars.vcu.edu/AC_view.aspx?term=Spring+2027))
- Mon, Jan 25, 2027: Spring 2027 add/drop and late registration deadline ([source](https://academiccalendars.vcu.edu/AC_view.aspx?term=Spring+2027))
- Mon, Feb 1, 2027: 2027–2028 FAFSA priority deadline ([source](https://sfs.vcu.edu/))
- Tue, Feb 16, 2027: Summer semester advance registration begins ([source](https://academiccalendars.vcu.edu/AC_view.aspx?term=Spring+2027))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://virginiacommonwealth.instructure.com/login/canvas)
- Student portal: https://eservices.vcu.edu
- 24/7 mental health crisis support: Call University Counseling Services at 804-828-6200. Outside business hours, select option 2 to speak with a crisis counselor. Available 24/7/365. (https://counseling.vcu.edu/crisis-support/)
- University Counseling Services: Free individual, group and couple's therapy for VCU students. Call 804-828-6200 to schedule an initial intake appointment, visit either campus office, or request an appointment online. (https://counseling.vcu.edu/appointments)
- TimelyCare: Free for enrolled VCU students. Includes 24/7 on-demand TalkNow crisis support and up to 12 scheduled telehealth counseling visits annually. Sign in using your student email address. (https://timelycare.com/vcu)
- Office of the University Registrar: Course registration, academic records, transcripts and graduation support. Call 804-828-1349 or email rar@vcu.edu. Located at 1015 Floyd Avenue, Richmond. (https://registrar.vcu.edu/)
- Student Financial Services and Financial Aid: Financial aid, grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. Call 804-828-1550 or email sfmc@vcu.edu. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Zoom drop-in hours: 9–11 a.m. and 2–3:30 p.m. (https://sfs.vcu.edu/financial-aid/)
- IT Support Center: Help with general IT issues and eServices access. Call 804-828-2227 or email itsc@vcu.edu. (https://knowledgebase.vcu.edu/portal/app/portlets/results/viewsolution.jsp?hypermediatext=null&solutionid=240515093459653)
- Canvas student support: Canvas vendor support is available 24/7. For hands-on Canvas or Kaltura help and technical training, email LSrequest@vcu.edu. (https://learningsystems.vcu.edu/canvas/students/)

## About VCU

- VCU was created in 1968 by merging Richmond Professional Institute and the Medical College of Virginia. ([source](https://guides.library.vcu.edu/vcuhistory/timeline))
- Rodney the Ram began as Richmond Professional Institute’s mascot in 1963, replacing the Green Devil. ([source](https://archive.vcu.edu/rodney/))
- VCU was the first men’s basketball team to go from the First Four to the Final Four. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/about-vcu/vision-and-history/))
- VCU’s two main campuses are a mile apart in downtown Richmond. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/campus-life/around-campus/))
- The Commons offers a food court, pool, video games and a movie theater. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/campus-life/around-campus/))
- Cabell Library has flexible study spaces, a makerspace, a reading porch and a Starbucks. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/campus-life/around-campus/))
- Students can ride any GRTC bus for free, including routes connecting VCU’s two campuses. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/campus-life/around-campus/))
- Black and Gold Wednesdays encourage students, faculty and staff to wear school colors each Wednesday. ([source](https://blogs.vcu.edu/studentaffairs/index.php/building-an-uncommon-legacy-of-school-spirit-vcus-black-and-gold-wednesdays/))
- RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program offers trips, gear rentals and a bike shop. ([source](https://www.vcu.edu/campus-life/))

## Questions

### What learning system does VCU use?

Virginia Commonwealth University uses Canvas (virginiacommonwealth.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 the last day to withdraw from a course at VCU?

Fall 2026 last day to withdraw with a W (Friday, October 30, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

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

Spring 2027 add/drop and late registration begin (Tuesday, January 19, 2027).

### When are final exams at VCU?

Fall 2026 final examinations begin starts Tuesday, December 8. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the University Registrar: Course registration, academic records, transcripts and graduation support. Call 804-828-1349 or email rar@vcu.edu. Located at 1015 Floyd Avenue, Richmond.

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

Student Financial Services and Financial Aid: Financial aid, grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. Call 804-828-1550 or email sfmc@vcu.edu. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Zoom drop-in hours: 9–11 a.m. and 2–3:30 p.m.

### Is Dash affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University?

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

### How do VCU students start using Dash?

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