# Dash for The Ohio State University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/ohio/columbus/ohio-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Ohio State

- Thu, Oct 15, 2026: Autumn Break — no classes, offices open ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Autumn Break — no classes, offices open ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day observed — no classes, offices closed ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving Break begins — no classes, offices open ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving Day — no classes, offices closed ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day observed — no classes, offices closed ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Autumn 2026 last day of regularly scheduled semester classes ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Autumn 2026 semester final examinations ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Autumn 2026 semester final examinations ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Autumn 2026 semester final examinations ([source](https://registrar.osu.edu/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-5-year-view-2023-2028))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (CarmenCanvas) (https://osu.instructure.com)
- Student portal: https://buckeyelink.osu.edu
- After-hours mental health support: Call 614-292-5766 and choose option 2 for crisis consultation, including evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays. For imminent danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. (https://ccs.osu.edu/urgent-assistance)
- 24/7 Crisis Text Line: Text 4HOPE to 741-741 for free, confidential, 24/7 emotional support. (https://ccs.osu.edu/urgent-assistance)
- Counseling and Consultation Service: Individual and group mental health services for currently enrolled students. Call 614-292-5766 or email sl-ccs@osu.edu. Main office: Younkin Success Center, 4th floor, 1640 Neil Avenue. Regular hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; additional hours by appointment. (https://ccs.osu.edu/)
- University Registrar: Academic calendars, student forms and student records resources. Student Academic Services Building, 281 W. Lane Ave., Columbus. Email: registrar@osu.edu. Course enrollment assistance should be directed to your advisor or department/college office. (https://registrar.osu.edu/)
- Student Financial Aid / Buckeye Link: For general or personalized financial aid help, contact Buckeye Link at 614-292-0300 or help.osu.edu. Located at 281 West Lane Ave. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Do not submit forms or supporting documentation by email. (https://sfa.osu.edu/contact-us)
- Digital Accessibility Center: For difficulty accessing CarmenCanvas website content due to a disability, email accessibility@osu.edu or call 614-292-1760. (https://carmen.osu.edu/)
- CarmenCanvas support contact: Email carmen@osu.edu or call 614-688-4357. (https://carmen.osu.edu/)
- My Buckeye Link reference guide: Guides for enrollment, holds, financial aid, payments, student records and health insurance in the Student Information System. (https://it.osu.edu/student-information-system-sis/sis-my-buckeye-link-reference-guide)

## About Ohio State

- Founded in 1870 as Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College, the university received its current name in 1878. ([source](https://web.archive.org/web/20150216131558/http:/news.osu.edu/history.html))
- Three students chose scarlet and gray in University Hall; the colors have been official since 1878. ([source](https://trademarklicensing.osu.edu/page/traditions))
- Brutus debuted as a student-built papier-mâché mascot at the 1965 Homecoming football game. ([source](https://trademarklicensing.osu.edu/page/traditions))
- The Glee Club first publicly performed the alma mater song, “Carmen Ohio,” in 1903. ([source](https://library.osu.edu/archives/faq))
- Welcome Week kicks off the academic year with concerts, free stuff and involvement fairs. ([source](https://undergrad.osu.edu/life-on-campus/spirit-and-tradition))
- The student-planned Homecoming Parade celebrates Buckeye spirit and is open to all students. ([source](https://activities.osu.edu/programs/spirit-and-traditions))
- Student Involvement Fairs are student-planned events open to everyone on campus. ([source](https://activities.osu.edu/programs/spirit-and-traditions))
- Script Ohio culminates in a senior sousaphone player “dotting the i” in the marching band’s formation. ([source](https://undergrad.osu.edu/life-on-campus/spirit-and-tradition))
- The O-H I-O chant is a rallying cry shared by Buckeyes everywhere. ([source](https://undergrad.osu.edu/life-on-campus/spirit-and-tradition))

## Questions

### What learning system does Ohio State use?

The Ohio State University uses Canvas (CarmenCanvas) (osu.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 Ohio State?

Ohio State's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–27, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When are final exams at Ohio State?

Autumn 2026 semester final examinations starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at Ohio State?

University Registrar: Academic calendars, student forms and student records resources. Student Academic Services Building, 281 W. Lane Ave., Columbus. Email: registrar@osu.edu. Course enrollment assistance should be directed to your advisor or department/college office.

### Where do I get financial aid help at Ohio State?

Student Financial Aid / Buckeye Link: For general or personalized financial aid help, contact Buckeye Link at 614-292-0300 or help.osu.edu. Located at 281 West Lane Ave. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Do not submit forms or supporting documentation by email.

### Is Dash affiliated with The Ohio State University?

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

### How do Ohio State students start using Dash?

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