# Dash for California State University, Sacramento students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/california/sacramento/sac-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Sac State

- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day — campus closed ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Spring 2027 continuing student registration begins by assigned appointment ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Nov 20, 2026: Fall 2026 final day to withdraw ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday begins — campus closed ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday ends — campus closed ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of instruction ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall 2026 finals week begins ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall 2026 finals week ends ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Student winter recess begins ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Student winter recess ends ([source](https://catalog.csus.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar.pdf))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.csus.edu/)
- Student portal: https://cmsweb.cms.csus.edu/psp/CSACPRD/EMPLOYEE/SA/c/SAC_SS_STUDENT.SSS_STUDENT_CENTER.GBL%3FPORTALPARAM_PTCNAV%3DHC_SSS_STUDENT_CENTER%26EOPP.SCNode%3DHRMS%26EOPP.SCPortal%3DEMPLOYEE%26EOPP.SCName%3DCO_EMPLOYEE_SELF_SERVICE%26EOPP.SCLabel%3DSelf_Service%26EOPP.SCPTfname%3DCO_EMPLOYEE_SELF_SERVICE%26FolderPath%3DPORTAL_ROOT_OBJECT.CO_EMPLOYEE_SELF_SERVICE.HC_SSS_STUDENT_CENTER%26IsFolder%3Dfalse%26cmd%3Dlogin%26languageCd%3DENG%26userid%3DuP%26pwd%3Dz
- 24-hour nurse and counseling advice: Call (916) 278-6461 for 24-hour nurse and counseling advice. (https://www.csus.edu/student-life/health-counseling/after-hour-resources.html)
- Mental health crisis support: Call or text 988. Suicide Prevention & Crisis Services is also listed at (916) 368-3111. (https://www.csus.edu/student-life/health-counseling/after-hour-resources.html)
- TimelyCare after-hours support: Free 24/7 virtual care; TimelyCare TalkNow offers after-hours mental health support. (https://www.csus.edu/student-life/health-counseling/spotlights/student-health-faq.html)
- Student Health, Counseling, & Wellness Services: Individual and group counseling and other health services at The WELL. Call (916) 278-6461. Fall/spring hours: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (https://www.csus.edu/student-life/health-counseling/)
- Office of University Registrar: Lassen Hall, Room 1000. Call (916) 278-1000, option 4, or email registrar@csus.edu. Academic-year hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://www.csus.edu/student-life/class-schedules/registration/)
- Financial Aid & Scholarship Services: Services through the Student Service Center, Lassen Hall, Room 1000. Call (916) 278-1000, option 2, Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:30 a.m. In-person hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://www.csus.edu/apply/financial-aid-scholarships/)
- IRT Service Desk: For account and password issues, email servicedesk@csus.edu or call (916) 278-7337 during open hours. (https://www.csus.edu/information-resources-technology/accounts-access/my-account.html)
- Canvas and academic technology support: Contact the IRT Academic Technology Services team at atc@csus.edu. (https://www.csus.edu/information-resources-technology/canvas/canvas-for-students.html)

## About Sac State

- Founded in 1947, Sac State began with 235 students taking classes in borrowed rooms at Sacramento City College. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/about-sac-state.html))
- The 300-acre campus has more than 3,500 trees and has been designated a Tree Campus USA since 2012. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/way-of-the-hornet/))
- Alumnus Chet Shelden became the first student to perform as Herky in 1955. ([source](https://statehornet.com/2014/02/the-secret-life-of-herky-the-hornet/))
- Sac State has 21 NCAA Division I sports and more than 100 conference championships. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/way-of-the-hornet/))
- The University Union offers gathering spaces for studying, socializing, recreational games, and relaxing. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/way-of-the-hornet/))
- The WELL features one of the tallest climbing walls on a college campus. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/fact-book/campus-life.html))
- Arrive to the Hive welcomes new students through events, programs, and campus traditions. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/campus-life/))
- Combat U offers professional instruction and competition opportunities in boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and jiujitsu. ([source](https://www.csus.edu/experience/fact-book/campus-life.html))

## Questions

### What learning system does Sac State use?

California State University, Sacramento uses Canvas (canvas.csus.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 winter break at Sac State?

Sac State's winter break is Dec 25–Jan 1, 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 Sac State?

Fall 2026 final day to withdraw (Friday, November 20, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Sac State?

Fall 2026 finals week begins starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at Sac State?

Office of University Registrar: Lassen Hall, Room 1000. Call (916) 278-1000, option 4, or email registrar@csus.edu. Academic-year hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

### Where do I get financial aid help at Sac State?

Financial Aid & Scholarship Services: Services through the Student Service Center, Lassen Hall, Room 1000. Call (916) 278-1000, option 2, Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:30 a.m. In-person hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

### Is Dash affiliated with California State University, Sacramento?

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

### How do Sac State students start using Dash?

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