# Dash for Colorado State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/colorado/fort-collins/colorado-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at CSU

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Spring 2027 web registration begins; individual access dates vary ([source](https://thehub.colostate.edu/registration-records/registration-dates/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall individual course withdrawal deadline; repeat/repair deadline ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Sat, Nov 21, 2026: Fall recess begins ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Fall recess ends ([source](https://thehub.colostate.edu/registration-records/registration-dates/))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Classes resume after fall recess ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall last day of classes ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall semester withdrawal deadline ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall final examinations begin ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Fall final examinations end according to catalog; Hub sources instead list December 18 ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))
- Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Spring 2027 classes begin ([source](https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.colostate.edu/)
- Student portal: https://reg-sis.colostate.edu/StudentRegistrationSsb/ssb/registration?mepCode=CSU
- After-hours mental health crisis support: CSU Health Network on-call counselor: (970) 491-7121 during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Deaf or hard-of-hearing students can call 711 for relay assistance. Call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911. (https://health.colostate.edu/crisis-intervention/)
- Mental Health Services: Brief individual counseling, therapy groups, and skill-building workshops. For questions and scheduling, call the Health Network Access Center at (970) 491-7121 during normal operating hours. CSU Health and Medical Center, 151 W. Lake Street, Fort Collins. (https://health.colostate.edu/mental-health-resources/)
- Registrar and registration assistance: Student inquiries are handled through The Hub, Lory Student Center Room 175; (970) 495-4482. In-person hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. The Hub source reports a temporary phone outage and recommends visiting in person or emailing. (https://registrar.colostate.edu/contact-us/)
- Financial aid and billing assistance: The Hub provides consolidated support for financial aid, billing, and registration at Lory Student Center Room 175. Its listed phone is (970) 495-4482, but the source reports a temporary phone outage. (https://thehub.colostate.edu/)
- Office of Financial Aid: Financial aid counseling and program administration, student billing support, tuition classification, student employment, and College Opportunity Fund support. Financial aid offers are available in RAMweb. (https://financialaid.colostate.edu/)
- IT help: Division of IT self-help resources and help-request submission; support is also available through college IT teams. Student resources cover NetID, Duo, email, Microsoft 365, Wi-Fi, and Canvas. (http://it.csusystem.edu/resources-for-fort-collins-students/)
- Canvas accessibility support: For support with Anthology Ally accessibility in Canvas, email csu_it_accessibility@colostate.edu. (https://canvas.colostate.edu/)

## About CSU

- Established as the State Agricultural College in 1870, CSU held its first classes in 1879. ([source](https://president.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2019/06/csu-history.pdf))
- CAM has been the official mascot since 1954; his name stands for Colorado Agriculture and Mechanical College. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/2017/06/16/csu-traditions/))
- Student volunteers repaint the giant hillside “A” annually to honor the university’s Aggie roots. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/2017/06/16/csu-traditions/))
- At the first Homecoming in 1914, banquet guests dressed as they imagined people would dress in 1944. ([source](https://libguides.colostate.edu/c.php?g=903513&p=9836057))
- The Campus Recreation Center offers a 55-foot climbing wall, free fitness classes, and adaptive activities. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/about-csu/campus-life/))
- Full-time undergraduate students get free tickets to CSU athletic games. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/about-csu/campus-life/))
- Students can explore nearly 500 registered student organizations or create their own club. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/about-csu/campus-life/))
- The CSU Health Network provides students with medical, counseling, and health education services. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/about-csu/campus-life/))
- Homecoming celebrations include a festival on the Oval, a bonfire, fireworks, a 5K, and a home football game. ([source](https://admissions.colostate.edu/2017/06/16/csu-traditions/))

## Questions

### What learning system does CSU use?

Colorado State University uses Canvas (canvas.colostate.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 CSU?

CSU's fall break is Nov 21–29, 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 CSU?

Fall individual course withdrawal deadline; repeat/repair deadline (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at CSU?

Fall final examinations begin starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at CSU?

Registrar and registration assistance: Student inquiries are handled through The Hub, Lory Student Center Room 175; (970) 495-4482. In-person hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. The Hub source reports a temporary phone outage and recommends visiting in person or emailing.

### Where do I get financial aid help at CSU?

Financial aid and billing assistance: The Hub provides consolidated support for financial aid, billing, and registration at Lory Student Center Room 175. Its listed phone is (970) 495-4482, but the source reports a temporary phone outage.

### Is Dash affiliated with Colorado State University?

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

### How do CSU students start using Dash?

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