University of Georgia · Athens

For the Bulldogs, a sidekick that texts back.

Every UGA deadline in one place, eLC read for you, campus answers from UGA's own pages, and the admin handled. Made for UGA Bulldogs who'd rather text than dig.

Text Dash to get startedYou're set up over text, right away. No app.

The UGA term, at a glance

The dates UGA Bulldogs ask Dash about most, from UGA's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.

October

Fri, Oct 30Fall break — no classesreg.uga.edu

November

Wed, Nov 11Fall 2026 withdrawal deadlinereg.uga.edu
Fri, Nov 20Last day of classes prior to Thanksgiving breakreg.uga.edu
Mon, Nov 23Thanksgiving holiday begins — no classesreg.uga.edu
Fri, Nov 27Thanksgiving holiday endsreg.uga.edu
Mon, Nov 30Classes resume after Thanksgiving breakreg.uga.edu

December

Tue, Dec 1Fall 2026 classes endreg.uga.edu
Wed, Dec 2Fall 2026 reading dayreg.uga.edu
  1. Fri, Oct 30Fall break — no classesreg.uga.edu
  2. Wed, Nov 11Fall 2026 withdrawal deadlinereg.uga.edu
  3. Fri, Nov 20Last day of classes prior to Thanksgiving breakreg.uga.edu
  4. Mon, Nov 23Thanksgiving holiday begins — no classesreg.uga.edu
  5. Fri, Nov 27Thanksgiving holiday endsreg.uga.edu
  6. Mon, Nov 30Classes resume after Thanksgiving breakreg.uga.edu
  7. Tue, Dec 1Fall 2026 classes endreg.uga.edu
  8. Wed, Dec 2Fall 2026 reading dayreg.uga.edu

Where things live at UGA

The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.

Learning system

eLearning Commons (eLC)

Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.

uga.view.usg.edu ↗
Student portal

my.uga.edu

Registration, fees, holds and your records.

Open ↗
Office

Counseling and Psychiatric Services

Call 706-542-2273 or walk in Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Located on the second floor of the University Health Center, 55 Carlton Street.

caps.uga.edu ↗
Office

Office of the Registrar

706-542-4040; reghelp@uga.edu. Open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., in the Holmes-Hunter Academic Building.

reg.uga.edu ↗
Office

Office of Student Financial Aid

706-542-6147. Holmes-Hunter Academic Building, Room 312, 101 Herty Drive.

osfa.uga.edu ↗
Office

Accessibility and Testing

Listed among UGA's campus well-being resources.

accessibility.uga.edu ↗
Office

Student Care and Outreach

706-542-8479. Helps students navigate difficult circumstances and connect with resources; also processes hardship withdrawals.

sco.uga.edu ↗
If you need someone now
  • CAPS 24/7 mental health supportCall 706-542-2273. After 5 p.m. weekdays and on weekends and holidays, press 1 to connect with an on-call clinician.
  • Uhelp 24/7 Support Line and virtual counselingCall 833-646-1526 for the Uhelp 24/7 Support Line. UGA also provides up to three no-cost virtual counseling sessions; students must use their UGA email address to log in.
  • 24/7 sexual assault hotlineCall 706-542-SAFE (706-542-7233).

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

what's due this week?
this week:
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌

From your syllabus, or eLC once you sign in on Dash's secure page.

UGA, answered

when's fall break?
Oct 30. want a heads-up the week before?
yes pls

Straight from UGA's own pages, linked.

Done, after your yes

book me a study room thursday at 2
room 4B, thu 2–4pm. book it?
yes
booked ✓

Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.

UGA, in short

University of Georgia, founded 1785, in Athens, Georgia.

AthensGeorgia
1785founded
Bulldogsmascot: Uga (live mascot) and Hairy Dawg
41,615students
  • Chartered on January 27, 1785, UGA is the nation’s first state-chartered university.oir.uga.edu
  • The iconic Arch connects North Campus with downtown Athens; its three pillars represent wisdom, justice and moderation.uga.edu
  • The Uga mascot tradition began in 1956; each bulldog receives a custom-made jersey and a varsity letter.georgiadogs.com
  • More than 36 uniquely decorated bulldog statues dot the Athens area, including campus, through the “We Let the Dogs Out” project.online.uga.edu
  • Ring the Chapel Bell to celebrate athletic victories, academic accomplishments and other special occasions.uga.edu
  • At Freshman Welcome, new students learn school cheers and form the Power “G” on the field at Sanford Stadium.uga.edu
  • During “Light up Sanford,” fans raise their phone flashlights as the Redcoat Band plays “Krypton Fanfare” at night football games.uga.edu
  • Engagement Fairs at the Tate Student Center let students explore more than 400 organizations, with free food and giveaways.welcome.uga.edu

Questions UGA Bulldogs ask

Short answers from UGA's own pages.

What learning system does UGA use?

University of Georgia uses eLearning Commons (eLC) (uga.view.usg.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 UGA?

UGA's fall break is Oct 30, 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 UGA?

Fall 2026 withdrawal deadline (Wednesday, November 11, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

When are final exams at UGA?

Fall 2026 final exams begin starts Thursday, December 3. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

How do I contact the registrar at UGA?

Office of the Registrar: 706-542-4040; reghelp@uga.edu. Open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., in the Holmes-Hunter Academic Building.

Where do I get financial aid help at UGA?

Office of Student Financial Aid: 706-542-6147. Holmes-Hunter Academic Building, Room 312, 101 Herty Drive.

Is Dash affiliated with University of Georgia?

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

How do UGA students start using Dash?

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

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Checked October 14, 2026. Dates and services can change; confirm on University of Georgia's own site.