dash.The USF term, at a glance
The dates USF Bulls ask Dash about most, from USF's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
- Sat, Oct 31Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw without refund or academic penaltyusf.edu
- Mon, Nov 2Spring 2027 registration begins for degree-seeking studentsusf.edu
- Wed, Nov 11Veterans Day holiday; no classes and USF offices closedusf.edu
- Thu, Nov 26Thanksgiving holiday begins; no classes and USF offices closedusf.edu
- Fri, Nov 27Thanksgiving holiday ends; no classes and USF offices closedusf.edu
- Sat, Nov 28Fall 2026 Test Free Week beginsusf.edu
- Fri, Dec 4Fall 2026 Test Free Week endsusf.edu
- Fri, Dec 4Fall 2026 classes endusf.edu
Where things live at USF
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 Center
Confidential in-person and telehealth appointments. Call 813-974-2831. Tampa location: 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 2124. Same-day in-person appointments are available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Office of the Registrar
Registration, student records, transcripts, and graduation services. Call 813-974-2000 or email asktheregistrar@usf.edu.
Office of Financial Aid
Financial aid, cost of attendance, and satisfactory academic progress information. Call 813-974-4700. Tampa location: 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 1102.
Student Self-Service
Access through MyUSF to register for classes, pay bills, manage financial aid, view grades and transcripts, and update personal information. Replaces Student OASIS.
NetID setup instructions
Instructions for creating and activating the NetID used to access MyUSF and university applications.
- Counseling Center 24/7 Crisis HotlineCall 813-974-2831 and press 3 for the 24/7 crisis hotline.
- TimelyCareFree 24/7 virtual mental health services for currently enrolled USF students; no insurance required. TalkNow provides on-demand emotional support. Scheduled counseling, peer community, health coaching, and self-care content are also available.
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.
USF, answered
Straight from USF's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
USF, in short
University of South Florida, founded 1956, in Tampa, Florida.
- Founded in 1956, USF held its first day of classes on September 26, 1960.usf.edu
- The University of South Florida name was chosen partly because it was Florida's southernmost state university at the time.usf.edu
- USF's original mascot was the Golden Brahman, selected in November 1962; it evolved into the Bulls in the late 1980s.usf.edu
- Rocky the Bull began as a USF Bookstore toy idea in 1965.usf.edu
- The “Go Bulls!” hand symbol began as a good-luck gesture for basketball free throws.usf.edu
- Bull Market brings shopping, lunch and socializing to MLK Plaza behind the Marshall Student Center every Wednesday during fall and spring terms.usf.edu
- BullsConnect is the student engagement platform and app for finding campus events and involvement opportunities.usf.edu
- USF's fall Homecoming celebration, called SuperBull, features traditional student and alumni activities.usf.edu
Questions USF Bulls ask
Short answers from USF's own pages.
What learning system does USF use?
University of South Florida uses Canvas (usflearn.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 the last day to withdraw from a course at USF?
Fall 2026: Last day to withdraw without refund or academic penalty (Saturday, October 31, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When are final exams at USF?
Fall 2026 Test Free Week begins starts Saturday, November 28. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at USF?
Office of the Registrar: Registration, student records, transcripts, and graduation services. Call 813-974-2000 or email asktheregistrar@usf.edu.
Where do I get financial aid help at USF?
Office of Financial Aid: Financial aid, cost of attendance, and satisfactory academic progress information. Call 813-974-4700. Tampa location: 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 1102.
Is Dash affiliated with University of South Florida?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of South Florida.
How do USF students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at USF. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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