# Dash for Wilfrid Laurier University students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/waterloo/wilfrid-laurier
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Laurier

- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Fall Reading Week ends ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Last day to register in at least one winter course without a late registration fee ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=463&y=93))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Last day to drop or withdraw from fall courses for possible tuition adjustment ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall classes end ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Last day to drop or withdraw from fall courses without academic failure ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall study days begin ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall study days end ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall final examination period begins ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall final examination period ends ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall term ends ([source](https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&t=462&y=93))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://mylearningspace.wlu.ca)
- Student portal: https://loris.wlu.ca
- Service Laurier: Front-line support for records and registration, student accounts, financial aid and OSAP, student awards, and undergraduate admissions. Connect through the chatbot, virtual appointments, webform, phone, or Waterloo and Brantford in-person drop-in services. (https://students.wlu.ca/academics/records-and-registration/service-laurier.html)
- Financial Aid: Information about OSAP, provincial and territorial funding, U.S. funding, and funding for students with disabilities. Direct inquiries about eligibility, applications, funding release, and enrolment confirmation to Service Laurier. (https://students.wlu.ca/finances/financial-aid/index.html)
- ICT Service Desk: Account and technology support: support@mylaurier.ca; 226.243.6393. Office location: Concourse 1E4C. (https://students.wlu.ca/campus-services/tech-services/accounts-and-security/index.html)
- MyLearningSpace support: Student guide for LMS login, course access, and tools. MyLearningSpace support requests can be sent to myls@wlu.ca. (https://students.wlu.ca/academics/support-and-advising/educational-technologies/mylearningspace-guide/index.html)
- Academic Calendars: Official program requirements, course offerings, and academic regulations. Undergraduate students can contact their academic advisor for help navigating requirements; graduate students can contact their program's graduate coordinator. (https://students.wlu.ca/academics/support-and-advising/calendars-and-petitions/academic-calendars/index.html)
- Office of the Registrar — calendar inquiries: Calendar inquiry contact: Bonnie Voisine, bvoisine@wlu.ca. For academic department matters, contact the department directly. (https://academic-calendar.wlu.ca/dates.php?cal=1&y=93)

## About Laurier

- Laurier began as a Lutheran seminary in 1911 and adopted the name Wilfrid Laurier University in 1973. ([source](https://www.wlu.ca/about/))
- Purple replaced maroon in 1927 to honour Waterloo College’s affiliation with Western; gold remained. ([source](https://laurierathletics.com/news/2002/5/2/1130_Article.aspx))
- The iconic Golden Hawks logo is rooted in a brand strategy developed by Laurier undergraduate marketing students. ([source](https://www.wlu.ca/academics/faculties/lazaridis-school-of-business-and-economics/news/2023/fall/how-lazaridis-school-undergrads-built-iconic-golden-hawks-brand-identity.html))
- Laurier’s Latin motto, “Veritas omnia vincit,” means “Truth conquers all.” ([source](https://www.gg.ca/en/heraldry/public-register/project/1846))
- Students traditionally avoid stepping on the Golden Hawk emblem tiled into the Fred Nichols Campus Centre hallway. ([source](https://thecord.ca/an-introductory-guide-to-school-traditions/))
- Freestores let students pick up and drop off new and gently used items free of charge. ([source](https://students.wlu.ca/support-and-wellness/student-affairs/student-experience/index.html))
- Thrive offers a week of free workshops, fitness classes, social events and giveaways focused on wellbeing. ([source](https://students.wlu.ca/support-and-wellness/student-affairs/student-experience/index.html))
- Laurier 101 helps incoming undergraduates with course registration, university learning strategies and connections to peers and campus resources. ([source](https://students.wlu.ca/support-and-wellness/orientation/index.html))

## Questions

### What learning system does Laurier use?

Wilfrid Laurier University uses Brightspace (mylearningspace.wlu.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 Laurier?

Last day to drop or withdraw from fall courses for possible tuition adjustment (Wednesday, November 11, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Laurier?

Fall final examination period begins starts Saturday, December 12. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar — calendar inquiries: Calendar inquiry contact: Bonnie Voisine, bvoisine@wlu.ca. For academic department matters, contact the department directly.

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

Financial Aid: Information about OSAP, provincial and territorial funding, U.S. funding, and funding for students with disabilities. Direct inquiries about eligibility, applications, funding release, and enrolment confirmation to Service Laurier.

### Is Dash affiliated with Wilfrid Laurier University?

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

### How do Laurier students start using Dash?

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