# Dash for San José State University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at San José State University (San Jose, California) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with San José State University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/california/san-jose/san-jose-state Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at SJSU - Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Spring 2027 registration begins for continuing students ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/enrollmentmanagement/docs/spring-2027/spring2027-enrollment-brochure-dom-transfers.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day — campus closed ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Fall last day to file a late drop/semester withdrawal petition ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Non-instructional day — no classes ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/classes/calendar/2026-2027.php)) - Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving holidays begin — campus closed ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving holidays end — campus closed ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall last day of instruction ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall study/conference day — no classes or exams ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/classes/calendar/2026-2027.php)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall culminating activities and final examination period begins ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) - Wed, Dec 16, 2026: Fall culminating activities and final examination period ends, including make-up day ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/calendar/fall-2026.php)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Canvas (https://sjsu.instructure.com/) - Student portal: https://one.sjsu.edu - After-hours urgent medical or mental health support: Call 408-924-5678 for after-hours urgent medical or mental health support. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911. (https://www.sjsu.edu/wellness/access-services/emergency-crisis.php) - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for urgent mental health consultation or assistance. (https://www.sjsu.edu/wellness/access-services/emergency-crisis.php) - 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. (https://www.sjsu.edu/wellness/access-services/counseling/) - 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. (https://www.sjsu.edu/registrar/about-us/index.php) - 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. (https://www.sjsu.edu/faso/) - 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. (https://sjsu.edu/aec) - 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. (https://www.sjsu.edu/it/services/applications/one-sjsu.php) - Bursar's Office: Payment methods, tuition and fees, payment plans and payment due dates. Check the finances section of MySJSU for your individual amount owed and due date. (https://sjsu.edu/bursar) ## About SJSU - Founded in 1857, SJSU is the oldest public university in the western United States. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/facts-and-accomplishments/facts.php)) - SJSU began as Minns’ Evening Normal School in San Francisco, training teachers before moving to San Jose. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/about/history/timeline.php)) - Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson graduated from SJSU in 1939 with a degree in political science. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/traditions.php)) - Alumni Tommie Smith and John Carlos made their historic human rights protest at the 1968 Olympic Games. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/traditions.php)) - Spartan Pride Thursdays invite students to wear blue and gold every Thursday. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/traditions.php)) - Weeks of Welcome kick off each semester with Spartan spirit-filled events for new and returning students. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/traditions.php)) - Ask Me tables offer directions and answers during the first few days of fall and spring semesters. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/traditions.php)) - Nearly 450 recognized student organizations cover cultural groups, Greek life and special interests. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/)) - The Cesar Chavez Community Action Center connects students with community service opportunities. ([source](https://www.sjsu.edu/campus-life/)) ## Questions ### 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.