# Dash for University of Victoria students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Victoria (Victoria, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Victoria. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/british-columbia/victoria/uvic Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at UVic - Sat, Oct 31, 2026: Last day to withdraw from courses ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Fall reading break begins ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Fall reading break ends; university closed ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Last day of fall classes ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall final examinations begin ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall final examinations end ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Winter university closure begins ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 31, 2026: Winter university closure ends ([source](https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/lap/wp-content/uploads/sites/1752/2026/06/Fall-2026-Term-At-A-Glance-Online-Fillable.pdf)) - Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Spring classes begin (ten-year calendar; annual approval applies) ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/universitysecretary/assets/docs/dates/2018_to_2028_10_year_calendar.pdf)) - Mon, Feb 15, 2027: Family Day (ten-year calendar; annual approval applies) ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/universitysecretary/assets/docs/dates/2018_to_2028_10_year_calendar.pdf)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Brightspace (https://bright.uvic.ca) - SupportConnect — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential counselling for UVic students, available 24/7 by phone and online. North America: 1-844-773-1427. International collect: 1-250-999-7621. Live chat and calls are also available through the TELUS Health Student Support app. (https://www.uvic.ca/student-wellness/wellness-resources/supportconnect/index.php) - Student Wellness — counselling: Individual counselling for undergraduate and graduate students, plus group counselling and workshops. (https://www.uvic.ca/student-wellness/our-services/mental-health/index.php) - Emergency and crisis contacts: Immediate help: 911 or Campus Security at 250-721-7599. Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 988. Vancouver Island Crisis Line: 1-888-494-3888. (https://www.uvic.ca/student-wellness/contacts/emergency-contacts/index.php) - Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Management: Program, admission and financial information. For admissions, registration, transcripts, records and tuition: undergraduate students can contact 250-721-8121 or studentsupport@uvic.ca; graduate students can contact 250-472-4657 or garo@uvic.ca. (https://www.uvic.ca/registrar/index.php) - Student Awards & Financial Aid: Scholarships, awards, bursaries and financial aid. Contact 250-721-8423 or finaid@uvic.ca. Located in Jamie Cassels Centre, A-Wing, Room A202; Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m., excluding statutory holidays. (https://www.uvic.ca/safa/index.php) - Centre for Accessible Learning: Contact 250-472-4947 or calfrontdesk@uvic.ca. (https://www.uvic.ca/studentaffairs/contact/index.php) - UVic Computer Help Desk: Email helpdesk@uvic.ca for assistance with NetLink ID, passphrase or account access. (https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/uviclearn/technologies/brightspace/) - Student services in Online tools: Registration and course management, tuition account summaries, tax forms, grades, transcripts and enrolment verification. (https://www.uvic.ca/tools/help/student/index.php) ## About UVic - UVic received degree-granting status in 1963, but its roots go back to Victoria College in 1903. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/about-uvic/about-the-university/index.php)) - The three birds on UVic’s shield are martlets—footless heraldic birds that recall its early affiliation with McGill. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/about-uvic/about-the-university/index.php)) - UVic’s international student population comes from more than 100 countries. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/about-uvic/about-the-university/index.php)) - UVic is one of only 16 post-secondary institutions worldwide to hold a STARS Platinum sustainability rating. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/about-uvic/facts-figures/index.php)) - Vikes Recreation offers fitness classes, aquatics, intramural sports and 25 sport recreation clubs. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/studentaffairs/departments/athletics/index.php)) - Student Wellness supports emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing with counsellors, doctors, nurses and chaplains. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/studentaffairs/departments/athletics/index.php)) - CARSA is home to Vikes basketball games. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Vikes)) - UVic Fine Arts hosts more than 200 theatre, music, dance performances and cultural events each year. ([source](https://www.uvic.ca/about-uvic/facts-figures/index.php)) ## Questions ### What learning system does UVic use? University of Victoria uses Brightspace (bright.uvic.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 reading week at UVic? UVic's reading week is Nov 9–11, 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 UVic? Last day to withdraw from courses (Saturday, October 31, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at UVic? Fall final examinations begin starts Thursday, December 10. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at UVic? Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Management: Program, admission and financial information. For admissions, registration, transcripts, records and tuition: undergraduate students can contact 250-721-8121 or studentsupport@uvic.ca; graduate students can contact 250-472-4657 or garo@uvic.ca. ### Where do I get financial aid help at UVic? Student Awards & Financial Aid: Scholarships, awards, bursaries and financial aid. Contact 250-721-8423 or finaid@uvic.ca. Located in Jamie Cassels Centre, A-Wing, Room A202; Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m., excluding statutory holidays. ### Is Dash affiliated with University of Victoria? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Victoria. ### How do UVic students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at UVic. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.