# Dash for University of Colorado Boulder students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/colorado/boulder/cu-boulder
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at CU Boulder

- Wed, Oct 21, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to withdraw from the semester with financial aid adjustment ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Spring 2027 first day to reserve a course ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Fall 2026 last day for class withdrawal; W notations apply ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/registrar/2026/08/26/fall-2026-academic-dates-deadlines))
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to change pass/fail grade mode ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/registrar/2026/08/26/fall-2026-academic-dates-deadlines))
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to change final exam schedule ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Spring 2027 last day to reserve a course, 5 p.m. ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Spring 2027 Main Campus registration begins for current degree-seeking students, by assignment ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Fall 2026 payment due for new or unpaid tuition bill charges, 11:59 p.m. MT ([source](https://calendar.colorado.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall 2026 fall break begins; no classes ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/registrar/2026/08/26/fall-2026-academic-dates-deadlines))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving campus closure begins ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/academics/academic-calendar))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.colorado.edu)
- 24/7 mental health crisis support: Call Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at 303-492-2277 for 24/7 support. Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741. (https://www.colorado.edu/counseling/hours-and-contact)
- Counseling and Psychiatric Services: Center for Community, Suite N352, 2249 Willard Loop Drive. Phone: 303-492-2277. Fall clinic hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://www.colorado.edu/counseling/hours-and-contact)
- BetterMynd online therapy: Free, confidential 50-minute online therapy sessions for all enrolled students; no insurance required. Daytime, evening, weekend and break appointments are available. Register with your CU Boulder IdentiKey. (https://www.colorado.edu/counseling/bettermynd)
- Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, records and transcripts. Phone: 303-492-6970; email: registrar@colorado.edu. Regent Administrative Center, room 101. Fall and spring phone/email hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT; front desk: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. MT. (https://www.colorado.edu/registrar/students/calendar)
- Office of Financial Aid: Phone: 303-492-5091. Regent Administrative Center, room 175. Fall and spring phone/email hours: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT; front desk: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. MT. Walk-in advising is available. (https://www.colorado.edu/financialaid/contact)
- Disability Services and ADA accessibility: For academic accommodations, contact Disability Services at dsinfo@colorado.edu. For other accessibility and ADA questions, contact adacoordinator@colorado.edu. (https://www.colorado.edu/financialaid/contact)
- IT Service Center: Phone: 303-735-4357; email: oithelp@colorado.edu. During the semester: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m. Supports Canvas and Buff Portal troubleshooting. (https://oit.colorado.edu/services/teaching-learning-applications/canvas/faq)
- Buff Portal information: Student portal for registration, enrollment dates, holds, grades, financial aid and tuition balances. Sign in with your IdentiKey username and password. The supplied sources do not state the portal's direct sign-in URL. (https://www.colorado.edu/registrar/students/registration/portal)

## About CU Boulder

- CU Boulder opened on September 5, 1877, with Old Main as its first building. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/about/history/timeline))
- The buffalo mascot was chosen in a 1934 national student-led contest; the winning entrant received $5. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/coloradan/2015/06/01/look-mark-buffs))
- The campus’s distinctive architecture uses native stone and was inspired by Tuscan villages. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/about/history/timeline))
- Every CU Boulder commencement ends with the Norlin Charge, first delivered to the Class of 1935. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/about/history/timeline))
- The University Memorial Center is the campus “living room,” with food, study space and free activities. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/studentlife/campus-life))
- The Connection in the UMC hosts Extreme Bowling, poker, live music and trivia. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/studentlife/campus-life))
- BuffConnect helps students find organizations to explore interests and meet friends. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/studentlife/campus-life))
- The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge welcomes all students, from beginners to experienced gamers. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/studentlife/campus-life))
- Ralphie’s live buffalo runs are a game-day tradition at every home football game. ([source](https://www.colorado.edu/theherd/traditions2))

## Questions

### What learning system does CU Boulder use?

University of Colorado Boulder uses Canvas (canvas.colorado.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 fall break at CU Boulder?

CU Boulder's fall break is Nov 23–26, 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 CU Boulder?

Fall 2026 last day to withdraw from the semester with financial aid adjustment (Wednesday, October 21, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at CU Boulder?

Fall 2026 last day to change pass/fail grade mode (Tuesday, October 27, 2026).

### When are final exams at CU Boulder?

Fall 2026 last day to change final exam schedule starts Tuesday, October 27. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at CU Boulder?

Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, records and transcripts. Phone: 303-492-6970; email: registrar@colorado.edu. Regent Administrative Center, room 101. Fall and spring phone/email hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT; front desk: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. MT.

### Where do I get financial aid help at CU Boulder?

Office of Financial Aid: Phone: 303-492-5091. Regent Administrative Center, room 175. Fall and spring phone/email hours: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT; front desk: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. MT. Walk-in advising is available.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Colorado Boulder?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Colorado Boulder.

### How do CU Boulder students start using Dash?

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