# Dash for University of Washington students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/washington/seattle/uw
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UW

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Autumn late course drop period begins ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Autumn tuition payment deadline ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Autumn U-PASS fee payment deadline ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Autumn late payment fee applied to unpaid tuition ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Tue, Oct 20, 2026: Autumn late add via Register.UW ends; entry codes and $20 change fee required ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Autumn: 100% of tuition due for withdrawal or credit reduction on or after this date ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Winter 2027 registration Period I opens for continuing students at 6 a.m. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day: no classes; offices closed ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Sun, Nov 22, 2026: Winter 2027 registration Period I ends ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving: no classes; offices closed ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.uw.edu/login/instructure)
- Husky HelpLine: 24/7 confidential mental health and crisis intervention support in multiple languages. Call 206-616-7777; online chat is available through Telus. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)
- Counseling Center: Free services for currently enrolled, degree-seeking UW students, in person or via secure Zoom. Call 206-543-1240. Located at 401 Schmitz Hall. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed UW holidays. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/counseling-center/)
- Let's Talk: Free, confidential drop-in consultations with Counseling Center mental health consultants; no appointment necessary. Not a substitute for ongoing therapy or a 24/7 service. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/counseling-center/our-services/lets-talk/)
- Office of the University Registrar: Assistance through the contact-page support form, in-person visits or Zoom appointments. Located on the second floor of Schmitz Hall. Registration team email: regoff@uw.edu. (https://registrar.washington.edu/about/contact/)
- Student Financial Aid: Call 206-543-6101 Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., or email osfa@uw.edu. In-person advising Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Schmitz Hall Room 105. (https://www.washington.edu/financialaid/)
- Student Fiscal Services: Tuition, fees, forfeitures and refunds assistance: sfshelp@uw.edu or 206-543-4694. Located at 1410 NE Campus Parkway, Schmitz Hall Room 129. Office hours Monday–Friday, noon–3 p.m.; phone and chat hours 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (https://finance.uw.edu/sfs/tuition-fees/drops-withdrawals-forfeitures-refunds)
- SafeCampus: Call 206-685-7233 for concerns about campus safety. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)
- Husky Assist: UW mobile response team providing on-site behavioral health support for students, faculty and staff in crisis on the Seattle campus. Call 206-543-9331. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)

## About UW

- Founded in 1861, UW's Seattle campus spans 700 acres. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/about/seattle-campus/))
- Students voted to adopt purple and gold as the school colors in 1892. ([source](https://gohuskies.com/documents/download/2018/7/17/18_UW_Branding_OneSheet.pdf))
- The Huskies team name was announced at halftime of a Washington–Washington State basketball game on February 3, 1922. ([source](https://gohuskies.com/documents/download/2018/7/17/18_UW_Branding_OneSheet.pdf))
- UW hosted the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, a world's fair that attracted more than 3.5 million visitors. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/single/husky-history-exploration/))
- Sylvan Grove holds the original four columns from the entrance of UW's first building, built in 1861. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/ceremony/symbols-meanings/))
- The Husky Union Building is a gathering spot with a food court, event spaces, gaming lounge and bowling alley. ([source](https://admit.washington.edu/student-life/))
- Dawg Daze welcomes new and returning students with concerts, academic workshops and community events around the start of autumn quarter. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))
- Visiting the Quad's Yoshino cherry blossoms is a popular spring tradition. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))
- Students can join more than 30 intramural sports leagues, tournaments and events, with options for beginners through experts. ([source](https://admit.washington.edu/student-life/))
- Spring ASUW elections let students choose the undergraduate student government's Board of Directors. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))

## Questions

### What learning system does UW use?

University of Washington uses Canvas (canvas.uw.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 the last day to add or drop courses at UW?

Autumn late course drop period begins (Wednesday, October 14, 2026).

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

Office of the University Registrar: Assistance through the contact-page support form, in-person visits or Zoom appointments. Located on the second floor of Schmitz Hall. Registration team email: regoff@uw.edu.

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

Student Financial Aid: Call 206-543-6101 Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., or email osfa@uw.edu. In-person advising Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Schmitz Hall Room 105.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Washington?

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

### How do UW students start using Dash?

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