# Dash for University of Waterloo students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Waterloo (Waterloo, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace (Waterloo LEARN), campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Waterloo. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/waterloo/uwaterloo Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at Waterloo - Sun, Oct 18, 2026: Fall 2026 Reading Week ends ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Fri, Oct 23, 2026: Fall 2026 tuition and fee refund deadline — 50% ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Wed, Nov 18, 2026: Winter 2027 schedules and Drop/Add appointments available in Quest ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate/2026-2027/view-next-terms-schedule-and-appointments)) - Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Winter 2027 Drop/Add appointment window begins ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Tue, Nov 24, 2026: Winter 2027 Drop/Add appointment window ends ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Tue, Nov 24, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to withdraw with a WD grade ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate/2026-2027/drop-with-wd-ends)) - Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Fall 2026 withdrawal with a WF grade begins ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Wed, Nov 25, 2026: Winter 2027 open enrolment begins ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall 2026 pre-examination study day ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/important-dates/undergraduate)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Brightspace (Waterloo LEARN) (https://learn.uwaterloo.ca/) - Here 24/7 — mental health and crisis support: Supports addictions, mental health and crisis services. Call 1-844-437-3247. (https://uwaterloo.ca/students/health-and-well-being/after-hours-support) - Counselling Services: Call 519-888-4096 and press 2. No-charge, private and confidential in-person and virtual counselling for current undergraduate and graduate students living in Ontario, including students on co-op terms. Students unable to book by phone due to accessibility concerns can email counselling@uwaterloo.ca; the email is not monitored 24/7 and cannot support emergencies. (https://uwaterloo.ca/students/health-and-well-being/counselling-appointments) - Special Constable Service: On-campus emergency services available 24/7: 519-888-4911 or 519-888-4567 ext. 22222. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911. (https://uwaterloo.ca/students/health-and-well-being/after-hours-support) - Office of the Registrar: Administers undergraduate registration support, student records, the academic calendar, course and examination scheduling, grade reporting and convocation. Current students are directed to The Centre. (https://uwaterloo.ca/registrar/) - Student Awards and Financial Aid: Provides financial support and advice, OSAP assistance, awards, scholarships, grants, bursaries and emergency aid; administers Work Placement and Work Study Programs. Students should contact the team through The Centre. (https://uwaterloo.ca/registrar/student-awards-and-financial-aid) - IST account and password support: WatIAM provides username and password management instructions. For account problems, submit a support ticket through the Jira service desk help portal or contact your faculty service desk. (https://uwaterloo.ca/watiam/manage-your-account-username-password) - Quest student information system: Course enrolment, class schedules, tuition fees, financial aid and student records. Available 24/7 except Wednesday from 7 to 8 a.m. ET. The page provides student and applicant sign-in access. (https://uwaterloo.ca/the-centre/quest) ## About Waterloo - Waterloo opened in 1957 with just 74 students, with engineering and co-operative education as cornerstones. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/about/facts)) - In the early 1960s, Waterloo became one of the first universities to give undergraduates access to state-of-the-art computers. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/about/history)) - Engineering’s mascot, The Tool, is a 60-inch chrome-plated pipe wrench that only Iron Ring wearers may touch. ([source](https://www.engsoc.uwaterloo.ca/about-us/traditions/)) - Waterloo professor Donna Strickland won the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics, becoming the third woman to receive it. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/about/history)) - WUSA Clubs offers over 200 student clubs to explore interests and meet people. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/students/campus-life)) - Campus recreation includes intramural sports, a climbing wall and group fitness classes. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/students/campus-life)) - The International Peer Community helps international students settle in and feel at home. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/students/campus-life)) - Waterloo Indigenous Student Services offers culturally relevant programming, support services, traditional medicines and events. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/students/campus-life)) - First Year Orientation introduces students to campus, classmates and their faculty’s traditions. ([source](https://uwaterloo.ca/welcome-warriors/orientation/first-year-orientation)) ## Questions ### What learning system does Waterloo use? University of Waterloo uses Brightspace (Waterloo LEARN) (learn.uwaterloo.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 the last day to withdraw from a course at Waterloo? Fall 2026 last day to withdraw with a WD grade (Tuesday, November 24, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### How do I contact the registrar at Waterloo? Office of the Registrar: Administers undergraduate registration support, student records, the academic calendar, course and examination scheduling, grade reporting and convocation. Current students are directed to The Centre. ### Where do I get financial aid help at Waterloo? Student Awards and Financial Aid: Provides financial support and advice, OSAP assistance, awards, scholarships, grants, bursaries and emergency aid; administers Work Placement and Work Study Programs. Students should contact the team through The Centre. ### Is Dash affiliated with University of Waterloo? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Waterloo. ### How do Waterloo students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Waterloo. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.