# Dash for Johns Hopkins University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/maryland/baltimore/johns-hopkins
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at JHU

- Thu, Oct 22, 2026: Fall break begins — Krieger Arts and Sciences and Whiting Engineering ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Fri, Oct 23, 2026: Fall break ends — Krieger Arts and Sciences and Whiting Engineering ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Spring 2027 registration opens — university standard ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall recess begins — Krieger Arts and Sciences and Whiting Engineering ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: University holiday begins ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Fall recess and university holiday end — Krieger Arts and Sciences and Whiting Engineering ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Intersession 2027 registration opens — Krieger Arts and Sciences and Whiting Engineering ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes — university standard ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall reading day — university standard ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall exams begin — university standard ([source](https://registrar.jhu.edu/academic-calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.jhu.edu/)
- 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team: Call 410-516-WELL (410-516-9355), available 24/7. Pairs licensed clinicians with specially trained public safety officers for mobile crisis response at Homewood, Peabody, and East Baltimore campuses. (https://wellbeing.jhu.edu/bhcst/)
- Mental Health Services: Mental healthcare for students and learners. Use the myHealth portal to schedule appointments. For licensed clinicians after hours or whenever offices are closed, call 410-516-3311. (https://wellbeing.jhu.edu/MentalHealthServices/)
- TimelyCare TalkNow: On-demand telehealth support from a clinician at any time, available in all 50 states and international locations that permit web access. (https://wellbeing.jhu.edu/MentalHealthServices/)
- Homewood Office of the Registrar: Help with registration, course schedules, transcripts, enrollment and degree verifications, graduation, and health benefits. (https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/registrar/students/)
- SEAM — Student Enrollment and Account Management: Centralized support for student accounts, financial aid, registration, records, and veterans affairs. Call +1 877-419-5131; support tickets, virtual visits, and in-person services are available. (https://seam.jhu.edu/)
- Student Financial Support: Financial aid application and renewal support. FAFSA school code: E00473; CSS Profile code: 5332. Located at Levering Hall, Suite 102, 3400 N Charles Street, Baltimore. (https://sfs.jhu.edu/)
- IT help desk: For JHED and Canvas login assistance, call (410) 516-HELP. (https://canvas.jhu.edu/student-resources/canvas-faq-for-students/)
- SIS Help for Students: Guidance on registration, adding or dropping classes, grades, financial aid, billing, payments, and authorized users. (https://uis.jhu.edu/sis-help-for-students/)

## About JHU

- Johns Hopkins is America's first research university. ([source](https://apply.jhu.edu/fast-facts/))
- Gilman Hall honors Daniel Coit Gilman, the university's first president, who oversaw its opening in 1876. ([source](https://www.jhu.edu/about/history/))
- The historic NAG Jay illustration was created in 1966 by undergraduate Neil Albert Grauer. ([source](https://brand.jhu.edu/visual-identity/athletics/))
- Hopkins first fielded a men's lacrosse team in 1883, seven years after the university's founding. ([source](https://www.jhu.edu/life/athletics/))
- Lighting of the Quads brings students together for performances, treats, holiday lights, and fireworks. ([source](https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/leed/events-traditions/))
- Spring Fair transforms campus into a festival with arts and crafts, games, food, and live music. ([source](https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/leed/events-traditions/))
- Hoptoberfest celebrates the start of the fall semester with music, activities, and food. ([source](https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/leed/events-traditions/))
- The Digital Media Center offers recording and VR studios, equipment, and resources for creative projects. ([source](https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/student-life/student-engagement/))
- Intramural sports include 3-on-3 basketball, flag football, innertube water polo, and wallyball. ([source](https://www.jhu.edu/life/athletics/))

## Questions

### What learning system does JHU use?

Johns Hopkins University uses Canvas (canvas.jhu.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 JHU?

JHU's fall break is Nov 23–27, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at JHU?

Fall exams begin — university standard starts Tuesday, December 15. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Homewood Office of the Registrar: Help with registration, course schedules, transcripts, enrollment and degree verifications, graduation, and health benefits.

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

Student Financial Support: Financial aid application and renewal support. FAFSA school code: E00473; CSS Profile code: 5332. Located at Levering Hall, Suite 102, 3400 N Charles Street, Baltimore.

### Is Dash affiliated with Johns Hopkins University?

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

### How do JHU students start using Dash?

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