# Dash for York University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at York University (Toronto, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle (eClass), campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with York University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/toronto/york Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at York - Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Fall Reading Week ends ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Thu, Oct 29, 2026: Fall final examination schedule published online ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Tue, Nov 10, 2026: Last day to drop Fall courses without receiving a grade ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Fall course withdrawal period begins — W on transcript ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall classes end ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Last day to withdraw from Fall courses with a W ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall study day ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall examinations begin ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall examinations end ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) - Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Winter break begins — University closed ([source](https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/2026-2027/fall-winter)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (eClass) (https://eclass.yorku.ca) - Good2Talk — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential support for post-secondary students in Ontario. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868. (https://www.yorku.ca/well-being/finding-help/) - Student Counselling, Health & Well-being: Single-session walk-in and short-term counselling, in person and virtually, plus support groups. Phone: 416-736-5297. Keele location: N110, Bennett Centre for Student Services. (https://students.yorku.ca/counselling) - GuardMe Student Support Program: Free, 24/7 mental health support for international and exchange students. (https://students.yorku.ca/counselling) - 9-8-8 Suicide Prevention & Crisis Response Helpline: Suicide prevention and crisis response helpline listed by York's counselling service. (https://students.yorku.ca/counselling) - Student Accessibility Services: Academic accommodations and support for students with disabilities. Phone: 416-736-5755. Location: N108 Ross Building, Keele Campus. (https://students.yorku.ca/counselling/health-education/resources/mental-health-crisis-support) - Registrar's Office: Course enrolment, add/drop, exam schedules, student records, transcripts and graduation services. Self-service tools require Passport York. (https://registrar.yorku.ca/) - Student Support & Advising — financial aid and student accounts: Help with financial aid and OSAP, tuition and fees, student accounts, student records and admissions inquiries. (https://students.yorku.ca/ssa-contact) - My Student Account: View current and historical financial account details, fees, payments and monthly statements. Requires Passport York. (https://students.yorku.ca/sfs/my-student-account) ## About York - York was founded in 1959 as Toronto’s second university. ([source](https://www.library.yorku.ca/web/archives/finding-aids/york-university-chronology/introduction/)) - The University of Toronto transferred the Glendon Hall campus to York for $1. ([source](https://www.library.yorku.ca/web/archives/finding-aids/york-university-chronology/introduction/)) - York’s motto, “Tentanda Via,” means “the way must be tried.” ([source](https://www.library.yorku.ca/web/archives/finding-aids/york-university-chronology/introduction/)) - Beyond its Toronto-area campuses, York has an EcoCampus in Costa Rica. ([source](https://www.yorku.ca/about/)) - Students can attend regular-season York Lions varsity games for free. ([source](https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/your-community/student-life)) - YU Connect is the hub for finding York’s student-run clubs. ([source](https://students.yorku.ca/student-communities)) - Winter Orientation, known as Frost Week, takes place in January. ([source](https://www.yorku.ca/orientation/)) - Students can get active in an 11,000-square-foot fitness centre and a 25-metre pool. ([source](https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/your-community/student-life)) - The Goldfarb Gallery is open to the public between the Centre for Fine Arts and Accolade East. ([source](https://yublog.students.yorku.ca/evolving-involvement-at-york-events)) ## Questions ### What learning system does York use? York University uses Moodle (eClass) (eclass.yorku.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 winter break at York? York's winter break is starts Dec 24, 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 York? Fall course withdrawal period begins — W on transcript (Wednesday, November 11, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When is the last day to add or drop courses at York? Last day to drop Fall courses without receiving a grade (Tuesday, November 10, 2026). ### When are final exams at York? Fall final examination schedule published online starts Thursday, October 29. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at York? Registrar's Office: Course enrolment, add/drop, exam schedules, student records, transcripts and graduation services. Self-service tools require Passport York. ### Where do I get financial aid help at York? Student Support & Advising — financial aid and student accounts: Help with financial aid and OSAP, tuition and fees, student accounts, student records and admissions inquiries. ### Is Dash affiliated with York University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by York University. ### How do York students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at York. 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