# Dash for Kwantlen Polytechnic University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Surrey, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/british-columbia/surrey/kwantlen-polytechnic Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at KPU - Fri, Oct 23, 2026: Spring 2027: Class schedule publication ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Spring 2027: Registration opens ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day closure ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/)) - Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw (unavailable once a final grade is entered) ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Fall 2026: Last day of classes ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall 2026: Exam period begins ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall 2026: Exam period ends ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/registration/dates)) - Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Fall 2026: Term ends ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/)) - Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday closure begins ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/)) - Sun, Jan 3, 2027: Holiday closure ends ([source](https://calendar.kpu.ca/academic-schedule/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (https://courses.moodle.kpu.ca) - Student portal: https://mykpu.ca - 24/7 TELUS Health Student Support: Professional counselling for all KPU students, with telephone and app-based chat support. Call 1-844-451-9700; from outside North America, call 001-416-380-6578. Multilingual support is available. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling/support) - Counselling Services: Online and in-person counselling. Call 604-599-2828 or email Counsellor@kpu.ca. Initial meet-and-greet sessions are offered Monday–Friday by phone and online. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling) - 24/7 suicide crisis support: Call or text 988 for Canada's national suicide crisis helpline. In BC, call 1-800-784-2433 for the 24/7 suicide prevention and intervention line. (https://www.kpu.ca/counselling) - Office of the Registrar: Student inquiries and assistance: 604-599-2000 or studentinfo@kpu.ca. Located in the Maple Building at 12666 72 Avenue, Surrey. (https://www.kpu.ca/registrar/contacts) - Student Awards and Financial Assistance: Financial Aid Advisors provide guidance on student loans, grants, scholarships, bursaries and emergency assistance, depending on eligibility. (https://www.kpu.ca/awards) - IT Service Desk: Call 604-599-2116 or email servicedesk@kpu.ca. Surrey walk-in desk: Library Main Floor, Arbutus Building; Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Call centre: Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–8:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; final exam support until 10:00 PM. (https://www.kpu.ca/it) - Fees and payment information: Information on how to pay, fee deadlines and refunds, and T2202 forms. (https://www.kpu.ca/registration/fees) ## About KPU - The Kwantlen First Nation gifted the university its name, meaning “Tireless Runner.” ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/about)) - KPU began as Kwantlen College in 1981 and became Kwantlen Polytechnic University in 2008. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts)) - KPU has five Metro Vancouver campuses, including KPU Tech in Cloverdale and KPU Civic Plaza in Surrey City Centre. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts)) - Kwantlen First Nation artist Drew Atkins carved KPU’s ceremonial mace, which leads the convocation procession. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/graduation/traditions-regalia)) - Distinctive study options include Brewing and Brewery Operations, Farrier Science, and Fashion and Technology. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/news/facts)) - The student-led Peer Wellness program helps students find the KPU resources and services they need. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/)) - The Learning Centre, academic advising, and library services are resources students can turn to for academic support. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/)) - Student Awards and Financial Assistance provides help with student finances. ([source](https://runnermag.ca/2024/02/how-to-navigate-student-life-at-kpu/)) - Elder in Residence Lekeyten supports Indigenous students by sharing knowledge, traditions, and teachings. ([source](https://www.kpu.ca/about)) ## Questions ### What learning system does KPU use? Kwantlen Polytechnic University uses Moodle (courses.moodle.kpu.ca). 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 KPU? Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw (unavailable once a final grade is entered) (Friday, December 4, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at KPU? Fall 2026: Exam period begins starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at KPU? Office of the Registrar: Student inquiries and assistance: 604-599-2000 or studentinfo@kpu.ca. Located in the Maple Building at 12666 72 Avenue, Surrey. ### Where do I get financial aid help at KPU? Student Awards and Financial Assistance: Financial Aid Advisors provide guidance on student loans, grants, scholarships, bursaries and emergency assistance, depending on eligibility. ### Is Dash affiliated with Kwantlen Polytechnic University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kwantlen Polytechnic University. ### How do KPU students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at KPU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.