# Dash for Sheridan College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Sheridan College (Oakville, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, SLATE, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Sheridan College. Start at https://textdash.ai/start

Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/oakville/sheridan-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Sheridan

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall Reading Week begins — no scheduled classes for most programs ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Fall Reading Week ends ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Fri, Nov 6, 2026: Winter enrollment appointments begin — check myStudent Centre for individual date and time ([source](https://myotr.sheridancollege.ca/sot.html))
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026: Winter enrollment appointment window ends ([source](https://myotr.sheridancollege.ca/sot.html))
- Fri, Nov 20, 2026: Fall last day to drop a class without academic penalty — Regular and Compressed Session B ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall term ends — Regular Session ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar/term-start-and-end-dates))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall official grades and academic standing posted ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday closure ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: College reopens from holiday closure ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar))
- Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter 2027 classes begin — Regular Session ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/academic-calendar/term-start-and-end-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: SLATE (https://slate.sheridancollege.ca)
- Empower Me — 24/7 mental health support: Confidential, multilingual mental health and wellness support available 24/7, 365 days a year for domestic Sheridan students. Create an account through the Dialogue app or web to access counselling. (https://www.thessu.ca/empower-me)
- Maple Assistance Program: For domestic or OHIP-eligible Sheridan students. Includes counselling, financial and legal guidance, self-care tools, and 24/7 crisis assessment and triage. Access through the Maple Assistance Program tile in a Maple account. (https://www.thessu.ca/maple)
- Counselling Services: Free, confidential appointments for personal, emotional and interpersonal concerns affecting academic success. Current students can book appointments through Sheridan Central. (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/student-life/student-services/counselling-services)
- Office of the Registrar / Service Hub: Help with registration, timetables, transcripts, admissions, student fees and graduation. Phone 905-845-9430, option 4, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. In-person service Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., at Davis B-Wing, HMC A-Wing and Trafalgar A134A. (https://myotr.sheridancollege.ca/contact.html)
- Financial Aid & Awards: The Service Hub assists with OSAP, out-of-province loans, work study, scholarships, awards and bursaries. Phone 905-845-9430, option 4, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (https://myotr.sheridancollege.ca/contact.html)
- Accessible Learning: The Accessible Learning office facilitates equal access for eligible students with disabilities. (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/student-life/student-services)

## About Sheridan

- Sheridan opened on September 18, 1967, with 380 students, 32 teachers and 17 programs. ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/about/at-a-glance/history))
- The college was named after a local hamlet whose name honoured Irish playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan. ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/-/media/project/sheridan/shared/files/about/50th-anniversary/1965-1970.pdf))
- Sheridan introduced a Classical Animation course in 1968—the first program of its kind in North America. ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/-/media/project/sheridan/shared/files/about/50th-anniversary/1965-1970.pdf))
- The outdoor “S” sculpture at Trafalgar Road Campus was designed by Craft and Design graduate Pierre Poussin. ([source](https://www.insidehalton.com/news/sheridan-unveils-art-installation-new-identity-in-oakville/article_7e75d770-5b2c-52bb-8bd7-a874c1d64e3c.html))
- New Student Orientation runs one week before classes, helping students meet classmates and explore campus supports. ([source](http://viewbook.sheridancollege.ca/2026-2027/student-life/))
- Upper-year Peer Mentors help new students find resources, set goals and get involved on campus. ([source](http://viewbook.sheridancollege.ca/2026-2027/student-life/))
- Campus pubs include The Marquee at Trafalgar, The Den at Davis and The Station at Hazel McCallion. ([source](http://viewbook.sheridancollege.ca/2026-2027/student-life/))
- The Sheridan Student Union organizes more than 100 official clubs, and students can start their own. ([source](http://viewbook.sheridancollege.ca/2026-2027/student-life/))
- Residence offers social events, study lounges, games rooms and movie spaces alongside on-campus accommodation. ([source](https://www.sheridancollege.ca/student-life/campus-services/residence/residence-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does Sheridan use?

Sheridan College uses SLATE (slate.sheridancollege.ca). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is reading week at Sheridan?

Sheridan's reading week is Oct 26–30, 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 Sheridan?

Fall last day to drop a class without academic penalty — Regular and Compressed Session B (Friday, November 20, 2026).

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

Office of the Registrar / Service Hub: Help with registration, timetables, transcripts, admissions, student fees and graduation. Phone 905-845-9430, option 4, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. In-person service Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., at Davis B-Wing, HMC A-Wing and Trafalgar A134A.

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

Financial Aid & Awards: The Service Hub assists with OSAP, out-of-province loans, work study, scholarships, awards and bursaries. Phone 905-845-9430, option 4, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

### Is Dash affiliated with Sheridan College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sheridan College.

### How do Sheridan students start using Dash?

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