# Dash for The University of Winnipeg students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at The University of Winnipeg (Winnipeg, Manitoba) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, NEXUS, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with The University of Winnipeg. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/manitoba/winnipeg/uwinnipeg Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at UWinnipeg - Sat, Oct 17, 2026: Fall reading week ends; exceptions for Education 4000-level certification courses ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — University closed ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 18, 2026: Fall Term withdrawal deadline without academic penalty ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall lectures end, except courses with holiday make-up classes ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall final evaluation period begins, including exams and other final work ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall final evaluation period ends ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 24, 2026: University winter closure begins ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Mon, Jan 4, 2027: University winter closure ends ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter lectures begin ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) - Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter registration, add/drop and section-change period begins ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/dates.pdf)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: NEXUS (https://nexus.uwinnipeg.ca/d2l/login) - Student portal: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/webadvisor/ - 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988, 24 hours a day. The University's crisis resources are available to domestic and international students. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student-wellness/i-need-help-now.html) - Klinic crisis lines: 24/7 support for anyone in crisis, feeling overwhelmed, or needing to talk: 204.786.8686 or 1.888.322.3019. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student-wellness/i-need-help-now.html) - Crisis Response Centre: Open 24/7 for adults experiencing a mental health crisis; 189 Bannatyne Avenue. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student-wellness/i-need-help-now.html) - Student Counselling: Free personal counselling for currently registered undergraduate, graduate and PACE students. For ongoing counselling, email studentwellness@uwinnipeg.ca or call 204.758.3809. Same-day appointments are available subject to availability. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student-wellness/counselling.html) - UWSA Student Assistance Program: Mental health and wellness services powered by Dialogue, available 24/7, subject to eligibility. Book one-hour in-person sessions through the 24/7 bilingual call centre: 1-855-853-0565. (https://uwsa-domestic.alumo.ca/student-assistance-program) - Student Central: Help with registration, fees, transcripts, awards and financial aid. Call 204.779.8946 or 1.800.956.1824; email studentcentral@uwinnipeg.ca. Located on the first floor of Rice Centre. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student-central) - Awards and Financial Aid: Support for scholarships, bursaries, government student aid/loans and the Work-Study Program. Email awards@uwinnipeg.ca; second floor, Rice Centre. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student/at-your-service.html) - Accessibility Services: Support for disabilities and accessibility needs, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, and classroom and exam accommodations. Email accessibility@uwinnipeg.ca; Room 1M35, Manitoba Hall. (https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/student/at-your-service.html) ## About UWinnipeg - Manitoba College and Wesley College merged in 1938 to form United College, which became the University of Winnipeg in 1967. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/about/history.html)) - The name Wesmen came from a 1966 student naming contest and combines Wesley and Manitoba, the founding colleges. ([source](https://wesmen.ca/sports/2022/4/13/information-What-Is-A-Wesmen.aspx)) - The university’s Latin motto, Lux et Veritas Floreant, means “Let Light and Truth Flourish.” ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/about/fast-facts/)) - Wes Lee Coyote debuted as the mascot in 2001; his name honours Wesley College. ([source](https://news.uwinnipeg.ca/new-wes-lee-coyote-one-nimble-and-happy-mascot/)) - UWinnipeg launched its first doctoral program, a PhD in Bioscience and Policy, in 2025. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/about/)) - Student-run Soma Café serves fair-trade coffee and fresh food on the Spence Street side of the Duckworth Centre. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/future-student/student-exp/find-yourself.html)) - Orientation Week includes the annual Rock Climb, barbecues, bands, movie nights, and games. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/future-student/student-exp/find-yourself.html)) - The UWSA, based in the Bulman Student Centre, offers student advocacy, services, and opportunities to work or volunteer. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/future-student/student-exp/find-yourself.html)) - Gallery 1C03 is a not-for-profit public art gallery on the first floor of Centennial Hall. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/campus-life/index)) - The Bill Wedlake Fitness Centre offers workout machines, free weights, and TV monitors. ([source](https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/campus-life/index)) ## Questions ### What learning system does UWinnipeg use? The University of Winnipeg uses NEXUS (nexus.uwinnipeg.ca). 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 UWinnipeg? Fall Term withdrawal deadline without academic penalty (Wednesday, November 18, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When is the last day to add or drop courses at UWinnipeg? Winter registration, add/drop and section-change period begins (Wednesday, January 6, 2027). ### When are final exams at UWinnipeg? Fall final evaluation period begins, including exams and other final work starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### Where do I get financial aid help at UWinnipeg? Awards and Financial Aid: Support for scholarships, bursaries, government student aid/loans and the Work-Study Program. Email awards@uwinnipeg.ca; second floor, Rice Centre. ### Is Dash affiliated with The University of Winnipeg? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The University of Winnipeg. ### How do UWinnipeg students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at UWinnipeg. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.