# Dash for North Carolina State University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, North Carolina) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle; Canvas (early access during transition), campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with North Carolina State University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/north-carolina/raleigh/nc-state Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at NC State - Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall break begins — no classes ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Tue, Oct 20, 2026: Fall break ends — no classes ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Thu, Oct 22, 2026: Fall 2026 drop/revision deadline ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving break begins — no classes ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving holiday — university closed; no classes ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Thanksgiving break ends — university closed; no classes ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Tue, Dec 1, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes ([source](https://catalog.ncsu.edu/about/academic-calendar/)) - Wed, Dec 2, 2026: Fall 2026 reading day ([source](https://catalog.ncsu.edu/about/academic-calendar/)) - Thu, Dec 3, 2026: Fall 2026 final examinations begin ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall 2026 final examinations end ([source](https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/calendars/academic-calendar/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle; Canvas (early access during transition) (https://ncsu.instructure.com/) - Student portal: https://mypack.ncsu.edu/ - Counseling Center — 24/7 crisis support: Call 919-515-2423. Select option 2 after hours or on weekends to reach an on-call counselor. Emergency assistance is available without an appointment, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies. (https://counseling.dasa.ncsu.edu/get-started/in-crisis/) - Free teletherapy: All NC State degree-seeking students can access free counseling appointments with mental health professionals through the university's partner teletherapy platform. (https://wellness.ncsu.edu/find-help-now/) - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24/7. (https://wellness.ncsu.edu/find-help-now/) - Student Services Center / Registration and Records: Support for registration, student records, transcripts, enrollment verification, financial aid and billing. Visit 2000A Harris Hall, 2831 Thurman Drive. Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; studentservices@ncsu.edu; 919-515-6278. (https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/) - Scholarships and Financial Aid: Information and assistance with financial aid opportunities, eligibility and responsibilities. Contact studentservices@ncsu.edu or 919-515-6278; Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Harris Hall. (https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/finances/scholarships-and-financial-aid/) - WolfWare login: NC State students, faculty and staff use Unity ID Login to access WolfWare. The university's learning management links direct Moodle users through WolfWare. (https://wolfware.ncsu.edu/login/) - Canvas transition resources: Student resources, transition timeline, frequently asked questions and support information for the move from Moodle to Canvas. Canvas early access is underway during fall 2026. (https://canvas.ncsu.edu/) ## About NC State - Founded in 1887, NC State was originally the North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/spirit-and-traditions/)) - The original school colors were pink and blue, honoring two popular early literary societies. ([source](https://brand.ncsu.edu/editorial-style/red-and-white/)) - A student vote made Wolfpack the nickname for all athletics teams in 1948; previously, it applied only to football. ([source](https://brand.ncsu.edu/editorial-style/wolfpack/)) - NC State has 22 NCAA Division I varsity programs, and students organized its first football game in 1892. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/athletics/)) - Students use spray paint to share their thoughts and artwork in the Free Expression Tunnel. ([source](https://socant.chass.ncsu.edu/news/2025/08/19/celebrating-the-traditions-of-the-pack/)) - The annual Krispy Kreme Challenge combines a five-mile run with a dozen donuts in an hour to support UNC Children’s Hospital. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/spirit-and-traditions/)) - Howling Cow is NC State’s own ice cream, made right on campus. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/spirit-and-traditions/)) - Red and White Week is the university’s annual fall homecoming celebration, filled with events and school spirit. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/spirit-and-traditions/)) - Living and Learning Villages connect students through shared interests such as sustainability, wellness and entrepreneurship. ([source](https://www.ncsu.edu/campus-life/)) ## Questions ### What learning system does NC State use? North Carolina State University uses Moodle; Canvas (early access during transition) (ncsu.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 thanksgiving break at NC State? NC State's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–Dec 2, 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 NC State? Fall 2026 drop/revision deadline (Thursday, October 22, 2026). ### When are final exams at NC State? Fall 2026 final examinations begin starts Thursday, December 3. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### Where do I get financial aid help at NC State? Scholarships and Financial Aid: Information and assistance with financial aid opportunities, eligibility and responsibilities. Contact studentservices@ncsu.edu or 919-515-6278; Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Harris Hall. ### Is Dash affiliated with North Carolina State University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by North Carolina State University. ### How do NC State students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at NC State. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.