dash.The SJSU term, at a glance
The dates SJSU Spartans ask Dash about most, from SJSU's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
- Tue, Oct 27Spring 2027 registration begins for continuing studentssjsu.edu
- Wed, Nov 11Veterans Day — campus closedsjsu.edu
- Mon, Nov 16Fall last day to file a late drop/semester withdrawal petitionsjsu.edu
- Wed, Nov 25Non-instructional day — no classessjsu.edu
- Thu, Nov 26Thanksgiving holidays begin — campus closedsjsu.edu
- Fri, Nov 27Thanksgiving holidays end — campus closedsjsu.edu
- Mon, Dec 7Fall last day of instructionsjsu.edu
- Tue, Dec 8Fall study/conference day — no classes or examssjsu.edu
Where things live at SJSU
The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Canvas
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
Same-day support and intake appointments for therapy options. Drop in or call 408-924-5678 during business hours for same-day support; self-scheduled same-day telehealth appointments are also available through the SWC Patient Portal.
Office of the Registrar
Registration, grades, transcripts, enrollment verification and graduation services. Call 408-283-7500, option 3, or email registrar@sjsu.edu. Located at Student Services Center, Window R. Phone hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
Assistance with grants, loans, scholarships and work-study. Call 408-283-7500, extension 4. Financial aid: fao@sjsu.edu; scholarships: scholarships@sjsu.edu.
Accessible Education Center
Students requesting academic, housing or orientation accommodations due to disability-related limitations are encouraged to register online. Orientation accommodations require registration at least two weeks before the selected orientation date.
IT Service Desk
Call 408-924-1530 or email itservicedesk@sjsu.edu. Located in Student Union Suite 1300A1. One.SJSU support is available through a help request.
- After-hours urgent medical or mental health supportCall 408-924-5678 for after-hours urgent medical or mental health support. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
- 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall or text 988 for urgent mental health consultation or assistance.
What it's like to text Dash
Text it like a friend. It works over iMessage and SMS, and it asks before it does anything for you.
Deadlines, handled
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌
From your syllabus, or Canvas once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
SJSU, answered
Straight from SJSU's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
SJSU, in short
San José State University, founded 1857, in San Jose, California.
- Founded in 1857, SJSU is the oldest public university in the western United States.sjsu.edu
- SJSU began as Minns’ Evening Normal School in San Francisco, training teachers before moving to San Jose.sjsu.edu
- Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson graduated from SJSU in 1939 with a degree in political science.sjsu.edu
- Alumni Tommie Smith and John Carlos made their historic human rights protest at the 1968 Olympic Games.sjsu.edu
- Spartan Pride Thursdays invite students to wear blue and gold every Thursday.sjsu.edu
- Weeks of Welcome kick off each semester with Spartan spirit-filled events for new and returning students.sjsu.edu
- Ask Me tables offer directions and answers during the first few days of fall and spring semesters.sjsu.edu
- Nearly 450 recognized student organizations cover cultural groups, Greek life and special interests.sjsu.edu
Questions SJSU Spartans ask
Short answers from SJSU's own pages.
What learning system does SJSU use?
San José State University uses Canvas (sjsu.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 day at SJSU?
SJSU's non-instructional day is Nov 25–Dec 8, 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 SJSU?
Fall last day to file a late drop/semester withdrawal petition (Monday, November 16, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When are final exams at SJSU?
Fall culminating activities and final examination period begins starts Wednesday, December 9. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at SJSU?
Office of the Registrar: Registration, grades, transcripts, enrollment verification and graduation services. Call 408-283-7500, option 3, or email registrar@sjsu.edu. Located at Student Services Center, Window R. Phone hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where do I get financial aid help at SJSU?
Financial Aid and Scholarship Office: Assistance with grants, loans, scholarships and work-study. Call 408-283-7500, extension 4. Financial aid: fao@sjsu.edu; scholarships: scholarships@sjsu.edu.
Is Dash affiliated with San José State University?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by San José State University.
How do SJSU students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at SJSU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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