# Dash for University of Michigan-Ann Arbor students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/michigan/ann-arbor/umich
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at U-M

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall study break begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Tue, Oct 20, 2026: Fall study break ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving recess begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving recess ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Nov 30, 2026: Classes resume after Thanksgiving at 8 a.m. ([source](https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall study days begin ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Sun, Dec 13, 2026: Fall study days end ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall examinations: December 14–18 block begins ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall examinations: December 14–18 block ends ([source](https://ro.umich.edu/sites/default/files/calendar/pdfs/Cal_2026-2027.pdf))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.umich.edu/)
- Student portal: https://wolverineaccess.umich.edu
- Counseling and Psychological Services: 734-764-8312; 4079 Michigan Union. (https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf)
- Office of the Registrar / Wolverine Services: 734-647-3507; wolverineservices@umich.edu. 2200 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET. (https://ro.umich.edu/contact)
- Office of Financial Aid: 734-763-6600; financial.aid@umich.edu. 2500 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., except Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET; video advising available. (https://finaid.umich.edu/contact-us)
- Services for Students with Disabilities: 734-763-3000; G-664 Haven Hall. (https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/306/2026/04/CoEBulletinPDF_2026-2027.pdf)
- Student Financial Services: Handles billing and collection of tuition, room and board, and other educational expenses. 734-764-7447; 2226 Student Activities Building, 515 East Jefferson Street. Bills and electronic payments are available through Wolverine Access. (https://sfo.umich.edu)

## About U-M

- Founded in Detroit in 1817, the university moved to Ann Arbor in 1837. ([source](https://almanac.obp.umich.edu/chapter/university-overview/))
- Students chose “azure blue and maize” as the school colors in 1867; ribbons later chosen to standardize the shades are preserved at Bentley Historical Library. ([source](https://historyofum.umich.edu/in-living-color/))
- Michigan’s winged football helmet debuted in 1938; its design helped receivers stand out downfield. ([source](https://static.mgoblue.com/custompages/thisismichigan/))
- Music student Louis Elbel composed “The Victors” in 1898 to celebrate Michigan’s Western Conference championship. ([source](https://static.mgoblue.com/custompages/thisismichigan/))
- Explore more than 1,700 registered, student-run clubs and organizations. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))
- The Diag’s bronze “M” comes with a superstition: stepping on it before your first U-M exam means you will fail that exam. ([source](https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/news-events/all-news/search-news/campus-traditions.html))
- Painting and repainting the Rock is a campus tradition that began after Michigan State fans painted it in the mid-1950s. ([source](https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/news-events/all-news/search-news/campus-traditions.html))
- Campus dining serves produce from the student-run U-M campus farm, and many locations offer GET app mobile ordering. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))
- Cheer at the Big House with more than 100,000 fans; most other athletics events are free for students, with some exceptions. ([source](https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/life-michigan))

## Questions

### What learning system does U-M use?

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor uses Canvas (canvas.umich.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 thanksgiving break at U-M?

U-M's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–Dec 13, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at U-M?

Fall examinations: December 14–18 block 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 U-M?

Office of the Registrar / Wolverine Services: 734-647-3507; wolverineservices@umich.edu. 2200 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET.

### Where do I get financial aid help at U-M?

Office of Financial Aid: 734-763-6600; financial.aid@umich.edu. 2500 Student Activities Building, 515 E. Jefferson St. Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., except Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Live chat Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET; video advising available.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

### How do U-M students start using Dash?

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