# Dash for The University of Iowa students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/iowa/iowa-city/uiowa
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UI

- Sun, Nov 22, 2026: Fall break begins; Dentistry and Medicine dates may differ ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: University holidays begin; offices closed November 26–27 ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Fall break ends ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Fall classes resume ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall final examination week begins ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall final examination week ends ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: University holidays begin; offices closed December 24–25, no winter-session classes ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Federal holiday; offices closed, no winter-session classes ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Federal holiday; no classes, offices closed ([source](https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://uiowa.instructure.com/)
- UI Support and Crisis Line: 24/7 mental health support via phone, text, or chat for students, faculty, staff, and postdocs. Call or text 844-461-5420. (https://wellbeing.uiowa.edu/crisis)
- University Counseling Service: Main office: W200, IMU. Call 319-335-7294 for appointments and availability. Offers same-day/next-day Quick Access appointments and initial consultations. (https://counseling.uiowa.edu/)
- Registrar Services: Registration, tuition and fees, transcripts, enrollment verification, student records, and MyUI navigation. Email registrar@uiowa.edu or call 319-384-4300. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (https://registrar.uiowa.edu/contact/registrar-services)
- Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application guidance. Email financial-aid@uiowa.edu. Located at 2400 University Capitol Centre, Iowa City, Iowa 52242. (https://financialaid.uiowa.edu/)
- ITS Help Desk: Call 319-384-4357 or email its-helpdesk@uiowa.edu. Help Desk online chat is also available. (https://its.uiowa.edu/services/myui)
- Course Deadline Tool: Select a session, department, course, and section to find course-specific start/end dates and registration-change deadlines. These dates do not apply to total withdrawal from a semester or session. (https://registrar.uiowa.edu/course-deadlines)

## About UI

- Iowa was founded on February 25, 1847, just 59 days after Iowa became a state. ([source](https://175.uiowa.edu/milestones-university-iowa-history))
- In 1860, Iowa became the first state institution of higher learning to admit women and men on an equal basis. ([source](https://175.uiowa.edu/milestones-university-iowa-history))
- Old Capitol served as Iowa’s first state capitol before becoming the university’s first building in 1857. ([source](https://oniowa.uiowa.edu/content/traditions-0))
- The Pentacrest was once called the “Five-Spot”; its current name won a Daily Iowan naming contest in the early 1920s. ([source](https://oniowa.uiowa.edu/content/traditions-0))
- Attend a home football game and join the Hawkeye Wave. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Try an exercise class, climb the wall, or swim at the recreation center. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Get a stack from Pancake Man and join Finals at IMU. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- See the Jackson Pollock mural at the Stanley Museum of Art. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))
- Prepare for your future at the Pomerantz Career Center. ([source](https://47things.uiowa.edu/))

## Questions

### What learning system does UI use?

The University of Iowa uses Canvas (uiowa.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 fall break at UI?

UI's fall break is Nov 22–29, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at UI?

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

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

Registrar Services: Registration, tuition and fees, transcripts, enrollment verification, student records, and MyUI navigation. Email registrar@uiowa.edu or call 319-384-4300. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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

Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid options and application guidance. Email financial-aid@uiowa.edu. Located at 2400 University Capitol Centre, Iowa City, Iowa 52242.

### Is Dash affiliated with The University of Iowa?

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

### How do UI students start using Dash?

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