# Dash for Michigan State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/michigan/east-lansing/michigan-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at MSU

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to drop full-term classes with no grade ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/))
- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall break begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Fall break ends ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Wed, Oct 28, 2026: Spring 2027 enrollment by appointment begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/))
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026: Spring 2027 open enrollment begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: University holiday closure begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: University holiday closure ends ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Sun, Dec 13, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams begin ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams end ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://d2l.msu.edu/)
- Student portal: https://student.msu.edu/
- 24/7 CAPS crisis counseling: Call 517-355-8270 and press 1. Crisis counselors are available 24/7. (https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/caps)
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Student mental health counseling, consultation and referral coordination. Call 517-355-8270 for appointments. In-person and virtual services are available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/caps)
- Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, academic records, transcripts, degree certification and related services. Call 517-355-3300. (https://reg.msu.edu/)
- Spartan One-Stop: Help with financial aid, registrar services and student accounts. Call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. Located at 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (https://onestop.msu.edu/)
- Office of Financial Aid: Current students can call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. In-person assistance is available at Hannah Administration Building, 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140. (https://finaid.msu.edu/)
- Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD): Call 517-884-7273. (https://uhw.msu.edu/about-us/contact)
- MSU IT Service Desk: Call 517-432-6200 or toll-free 844-678-6200 in North America and Hawaii. (https://d2l.msu.edu/)
- 24/7 interpersonal violence crisis hotline: Call 517-372-6666. (https://uhw.msu.edu/about-us/contact)

## About MSU

- MSU was founded on February 12, 1855, as the Agricultural College of the State of Michigan. ([source](https://msu.edu/about/history))
- Its first classes began in 1857 with five faculty members teaching 63 students. ([source](https://msu.edu/about/history))
- MSU’s East Lansing campus spans 5,200 acres. ([source](https://www.msu.edu/about/facts))
- MSU made the discovery that led to a cancer-fighting drug that has saved millions of lives. ([source](https://brand.msu.edu/storytelling/msu-history))
- Try the MSU Dairy Store’s ice cream, named Grand Champion in the 2025 American Dairy Science Association competition. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Climb Beaumont Tower on the first Wednesday of each month. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Cheer at men’s basketball games from the Izzone student section at the Breslin Center. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Take a stroll through the William J. Beal Botanical Garden. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Counseling and Psychiatric Services provides confidential counseling for students. ([source](https://msu.edu/campus-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does MSU use?

Michigan State University uses Brightspace (d2l.msu.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 MSU?

MSU's fall break is Oct 26–27, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at MSU?

Fall 2026 last day to drop full-term classes with no grade (Monday, October 19, 2026).

### When are final exams at MSU?

Fall 2026 final exams begin starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, academic records, transcripts, degree certification and related services. Call 517-355-3300.

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

Office of Financial Aid: Current students can call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. In-person assistance is available at Hannah Administration Building, 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140.

### Is Dash affiliated with Michigan State University?

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

### How do MSU students start using Dash?

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