# Dash for Columbia College students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/british-columbia/vancouver/columbia-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Columbia College

- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Spring open registration begins ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Last day to drop Fall courses with a W ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday begins ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday ends ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Sat, Nov 28, 2026: Non-instructional days begin ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Non-instructional days end ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html))
- Sat, Dec 5, 2026: Last day to request or revoke Fall Pass/No Pass grading ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/academics/calendar_finals_schedule/index.html))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall finals week begins ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/academics/calendar_finals_schedule/index.html))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall finals week ends ([source](https://gocolumbia.edu/academics/calendar_finals_schedule/index.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://gocolumbia.instructure.com)
- Student IT Service Desk: 209-588-5385. Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm; closed Wednesdays, 10–11 am. (https://gocolumbia.edu/online_learning/index.html)
- 24/7 Canvas support: Live chat support from a Canvas representative is available 24/7. (https://gocolumbia.edu/online_learning/index.html)
- Online Learning Lab: Drop in during open lab hours or call 209-588-5011 to make an appointment. (https://gocolumbia.edu/online_learning/index.html)
- General inquiries: 209-588-5100; claimjumpers@yosemite.edu. (https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html)
- Campus Safety: 209-566-5476. (https://gocolumbia.edu/admissions/dates_deadlines.html)

## About Columbia College

- Founded in 1854, Columbia College is a private liberal arts college in Columbia, South Carolina. ([source](https://www.columbiasc.edu/about))
- Students chose the koala mascot over crickets in the 1970s. ([source](https://www.columbiasc.edu/koala-community/columbia-community/mascot-program))
- The founding motto, “Non quem sed quid,” means “not who, but what.” ([source](https://www.columbiasc.edu/about))
- The college emphasizes the “Four Cs”: Courage, Commitment, Confidence, and Competence. ([source](https://www.columbiasc.edu/about))
- CeCe brings school spirit to athletic games, campus events, and community gatherings. ([source](https://www.columbiasc.edu/koala-community/columbia-community/mascot-program))
- Porter Gymnasium is the Koalas’ basketball arena. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_College_Koalas))
- Younts Stadium is the home venue for Koalas soccer. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_College_Koalas))
- Greer Natatorium is the college’s aquatics center. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_College_Koalas))

## Questions

### What learning system does Columbia College use?

Columbia College uses Canvas (gocolumbia.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 non-instructional days at Columbia College?

Columbia College's non-instructional days is Nov 28–29, 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 Columbia College?

Last day to drop Fall courses with a W (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Columbia College?

Fall finals week begins starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### Is Dash affiliated with Columbia College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Columbia College.

### How do Columbia College students start using Dash?

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