# Dash for Laurentian University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/sudbury/laurentian
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Laurentian

- Thu, Oct 29, 2026: Fall courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Fall/Winter courses: last day for 50% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Winter 2027 tuition and fees payment due ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/payment-options))
- Fri, Jan 15, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 100% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Jan 22, 2027: Fall/Winter courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Feb 12, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 50% tuition credit ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))
- Fri, Feb 26, 2027: Winter courses: last day for 10% tuition credit; no refunds after this date ([source](https://laurentian.ca/academics/fees-financing/rules))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace
- Student portal: https://my.laurentian.ca/
- Good2Talk — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential support for postsecondary students in Ontario. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868. (https://laurentian.ca/services/are-you-ok)
- Counselling Services: Book an in-person, telephone or videoconference appointment: 705-673-6506 or counselling@laurentian.ca. (https://laurentian.ca/services/counselling/wellness)
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada for anyone thinking of suicide or worried about someone else. (https://laurentian.ca/services/are-you-ok)
- GuardMe — support outside Ontario: Free 24/7 immediate and ongoing support for Laurentian students outside Ontario or Canada, with multilingual and culturally matched counsellors. No appointment needed. (https://laurentian.ca/services/counselling/wellness)
- Campus Security: Available 24/7, 365 days a year: 705-673-6562 or security@laurentian.ca. For an emergency or life-threatening situation, call 911, then Campus Security. (https://laurentian.ca/about/contact-us)
- Accessibility Services: 705-675-1151 ext. 3324; accessibilityservicesinfo@laurentian.ca. R.D. Parker Building, 2nd Floor, Room P-230. (https://laurentian.ca/about/contact-us)
- IT Services — Service Desk: Help with accounts, access, troubleshooting and software support. Email it@laurentian.ca or call 705-675-1151 ext. 2200. (https://laurentian.ca/academics/schools/engineering-and-computer-science/digital-resources)
- Academic Advising and Registration Assistance: Help with course planning and registration: academicadvising@laurentian.ca or 705-675-1151 ext. 3469. Access Self-Service through my.laurentian.ca. (https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/registration)

## About Laurentian

- Laurentian is Canada’s only university with a tricultural mandate, embracing English, French and Indigenous education. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures))
- Students originally preferred copper-red and nickel-grey, but university leaders chose blue and gold in November 1960. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures/history-laurentian-university))
- Laurentian hosted a NASA tracking station that participated in the GEOS-A and GEOS-B satellite projects. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/about/facts-figures/history-laurentian-university))
- The university’s Latin motto, “Emitte lucem et veritatem,” means “Send out light and truth.” ([source](https://www.gg.ca/en/heraldry/public-register/project/2021))
- Fall Orientation includes Residence Fest, Beach Day, a Pep Rally, Silent Disco and Outdoor Movie Night. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/fall))
- Sacred Fire, Tea and Bannock, and Anishinaabemowin Bingo are part of orientation’s cultural programming. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/orientation/fall))
- Residence events include LU’s Got Talent, an annual baseball tournament and a Haunted House Fundraiser. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/services/residence/events))
- Residence offers weekly dance fitness and yoga classes, plus substance-free TGIF weekend social events. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/assets/files/Residence/ResidenceBrochure_ENG_2025.pdf))
- An Eagle Staff became part of Laurentian’s formal ceremonial traditions at Fall 2024 Convocation. ([source](https://laurentian.ca/alumni/convocation/traditions))

## Questions

### What learning system does Laurentian use?

Laurentian University uses Brightspace. Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### Is Dash affiliated with Laurentian University?

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

### How do Laurentian students start using Dash?

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