# Dash for Arizona State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/arizona/tempe/arizona-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at ASU

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Spring 2027 registration begins for in-person students ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Wed, Nov 4, 2026: Fall Session C course withdrawal deadline ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day observed; classes excused and university closed ([source](https://cfo.asu.edu/holiday-schedule))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday begins; classes excused and university closed ([source](https://cfo.asu.edu/holiday-schedule))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday ends ([source](https://cfo.asu.edu/holiday-schedule))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall Session C complete session withdrawal deadline ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall Session C classes end; last day to process transactions ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Sat, Dec 5, 2026: Fall Session C study days begin ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Sun, Dec 6, 2026: Fall Session C study days end ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall Session C final exams begin ([source](https://registrar.asu.edu/academic-calendar))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.asu.edu)
- Student portal: https://my.asu.edu
- 24/7 Open Call and Open Chat: Free, confidential emotional health support through TELUS Health Student Support @ ASU, available 24/7. Call 1-877-258-7429 or use the TELUS Health Student Support app. (https://eoss.asu.edu/counseling/services/open-call-and-open-chat)
- EMPACT crisis line: Call 480-921-1006 for ASU's dedicated 24-hour crisis line, including outside normal business hours, holidays and weekends. (https://eoss.asu.edu/counseling/services/crisis)
- ASU Counseling Services: Same-day in-person or telehealth services. Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, Polytechnic and ASU West locations are open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. For service information, call 480-965-6146. (https://eoss.asu.edu/counseling/services/crisis)
- University Registrar Services: Registration, drop/add and withdrawal information, academic calendar, and My ASU parent guest access information. (https://registrar.asu.edu/)
- Financial aid and student accounts: Current students can call 1-855-278-5080 or use the My ASU Help tab to email a question or launch a chat. Financial Aid and Scholarship Services office hours are Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Tuesday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://tuition.asu.edu/contact)
- Tech support through My ASU: My ASU includes quick links to tech support, alongside account, enrollment, financial and registration-hold information. (https://students.asu.edu/guidetomyasu)

## About ASU

- ASU opened as the Territorial Normal School in 1886 with 33 students in a four-classroom building. ([source](https://www.asu.edu/about/university-history-and-milestones))
- Old Main, dedicated in 1898, was the first building in Tempe wired for electricity. ([source](https://www.asu.edu/about/university-history-and-milestones))
- Students voted 819 to 196 to adopt the Sun Devils nickname on November 8, 1946. ([source](https://brandguide.asu.edu/brand-elements/logos/spirit))
- Oranges grown on the Tempe campus are harvested for use in campus dining halls. ([source](https://news.asu.edu/20160818-sun-devil-life-asu-traditions-roundup))
- During Welcome Week, incoming freshmen hike “A” Mountain and paint its letter white for the Echo from the Buttes tradition. ([source](https://alumni.asu.edu/traditions))
- Lantern Walk takes place during Homecoming each fall. ([source](https://news.asu.edu/20160818-sun-devil-life-asu-traditions-roundup))
- West campus students walk through and touch the Paley Gates at their welcome ceremony and again at graduation. ([source](https://studentlife.asu.edu/content/top-asu-west-campus-traditions))
- West campus seniors ring the Bool Bell after completing their final course’s last exam. ([source](https://studentlife.asu.edu/content/top-asu-west-campus-traditions))
- ASU welcome activities include professional headshots, career fairs and advice from Career Services. ([source](https://studentlife.asu.edu/student-stories/student-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does ASU use?

Arizona State University uses Canvas (canvas.asu.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 withdraw from a course at ASU?

Fall Session C course withdrawal deadline (Wednesday, November 4, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at ASU?

Fall Session C final exams begin starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

University Registrar Services: Registration, drop/add and withdrawal information, academic calendar, and My ASU parent guest access information.

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

Financial aid and student accounts: Current students can call 1-855-278-5080 or use the My ASU Help tab to email a question or launch a chat. Financial Aid and Scholarship Services office hours are Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Tuesday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

### Is Dash affiliated with Arizona State University?

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

### How do ASU students start using Dash?

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