# Dash for University of Oklahoma students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Oklahoma (Norman, Oklahoma) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Oklahoma. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/oklahoma/norman/ou Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at OU - Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Advance registration for spring 2027 begins; appointments vary by student group ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall last day for undergraduate course drops with an automatic W ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Spring continuing registration and add/drop begins ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Thanksgiving vacation begins ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Thanksgiving vacation ends ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Sun, Dec 6, 2026: Fall final exam preparation period begins ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall full-term classes end ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall last day for undergraduate complete withdrawal with a W or to petition the college dean to drop courses ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Sun, Dec 13, 2026: Fall final exam preparation period ends ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) - Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall final examinations begin ([source](https://www.ou.edu/content/dam/registrar/docs/2026-2027%20calx-chronological.pdf)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.ou.edu/) - Student portal: https://one.ou.edu - 24/7 emotional support — TimelyCare TalkNow: Free, 24/7 on-demand emotional support for all OU students. TimelyCare also offers scheduled counseling, with 6 visits per year, and does not require insurance. (http://www.ou.edu/studentaffairs/resources/timelycare.html) - University Counseling Center: Counseling and crisis intervention. Phone: 405-325-2911; email: ucc@ou.edu. Goddard Health Center, 620 Elm Ave., Room 201, Norman. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. CST. (http://www.ou.edu/ucc.html) - Office of the Registrar: Enrollment and academic records assistance. Phone: 405-325-4147; email: enroll@ou.edu. Buchanan Hall, 1000 Asp Ave., Room 230, Norman. (https://ou-public.courseleaf.com/division-enrollment-management/registrar/registration-student-services/) - Financial Aid — Student Financial Center: Phone: 405-325-9000; email: sfc@ou.edu. Buchanan Hall, Room 105, 1000 Asp Ave., Norman. OU federal school code: 003184. (https://ou.edu/sfc/financial-aid) - OU IT help: For account and sign-in assistance, call 405-325-4357 or visit needhelp.ou.edu. (https://needhelp.ou.edu) ## About OU - OU was founded in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. ([source](https://ou.edu/about)) - OU's teams were called Rough Riders or Boomers before adopting the Sooners name in 1908. ([source](https://soonersports.com/sports/2023/10/24/sooner-traditions)) - The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art received the Weitzenhoffer Collection, the largest gift of French Impressionist paintings ever given to a university. ([source](http://www.ou.edu/about/history.html)) - The Class of 1910 built the Spoon Holder bench; campus lore says people who kiss there are destined to marry. ([source](https://www.oudaily.com/iconic-spots-on-campus-part-of-ou-tradition/article_e27ea55a-67e9-11e7-bf92-3bbc2743cffc.html)) - The Great Reading Room on Bizzell Memorial Library's second floor is known as OU's quietest study spot. ([source](https://www.oudaily.com/iconic-spots-on-campus-part-of-ou-tradition/article_e27ea55a-67e9-11e7-bf92-3bbc2743cffc.html)) - Sarkeys Fitness Center offers rock climbing, court sports, weight lifting and fitness classes near the residence halls. ([source](http://www.ou.edu/admissions/campus-life.html)) - OU Cousins pairs international and American students for friendship and monthly social activities. ([source](https://soonermag.oufoundation.org/stories/a-place-to-unite)) - Couch Restaurants provides an all-you-care-to-eat campus dining experience. ([source](https://ou.edu/about)) - The Campus Activities Council organizes campus-wide events that promote community and student leadership. ([source](http://www.ou.edu/admissions/campus-life.html)) ## Questions ### What learning system does OU use? University of Oklahoma uses Canvas (canvas.ou.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 OU? OU's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–29, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before. ### When is the last day to withdraw from a course at OU? Fall last day for undergraduate course drops with an automatic W (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at OU? Fall final exam preparation period begins starts Sunday, December 6. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at OU? Office of the Registrar: Enrollment and academic records assistance. Phone: 405-325-4147; email: enroll@ou.edu. Buchanan Hall, 1000 Asp Ave., Room 230, Norman. ### Where do I get financial aid help at OU? Financial Aid — Student Financial Center: Phone: 405-325-9000; email: sfc@ou.edu. Buchanan Hall, Room 105, 1000 Asp Ave., Norman. OU federal school code: 003184. ### Is Dash affiliated with University of Oklahoma? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Oklahoma. ### How do OU students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at OU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.