# Dash for University of Prince Edward Island students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Prince Edward Island (Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Prince Edward Island. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/prince-edward-island/charlottetown/upei Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at UPEI - Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Fall mid-semester break ends ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Last day to discontinue Fall courses — 50% tuition refund; no discontinuations afterward ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — no classes ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Final day of Fall classes (except DVM and BEd) ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall examination period begins ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall examination period ends ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall semester ends ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter classes begin (except DVM and BEd) ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Fri, Jan 22, 2027: Winter registration and course-change/cancellation deadline; full tuition refund ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/4-the-university-of-prince-edward-island-dates/)) - Tue, Jan 26, 2027: Winter tuition and fees due at 4:00 pm ([source](https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/tuition-and-fees-2/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle31.upei.ca/) - Student portal: https://selfservice.upei.ca/student/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fstudent - 24/7 Mental Health and Addictions phone line: Call 1-833-553-6983 toll-free, 24/7. Staffed by social workers and registered nurses. (https://www.upei.ca/health-centre/mental-health) - Student Wellness — 24/7 virtual counselling: Professional counselling covered through UPEI student health insurance. Call 1-833-549-3281 across Canada or 1-416-956-2963 outside Canada. Interpreter services are available. (https://studentbenefits.ca/studentwellness) - UPEI Counselling Services: Professionally certified counsellors provide short-term support and crisis response, with referrals and bridging services when longer-term care is needed. (https://www.upei.ca/health-centre/mental-health) - Accessibility Services and Student Supports: Accessibility Services is a unit of Student Supports and Services. Contact studentserv@upei.ca or 902-566-0488; Dalton Hall, fifth floor. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–noon and 1:00–4:00 pm. (https://www.upei.ca/student-supports-and-services) - Registrar's Office: Questions about registration, degree audits and prerequisites. (https://www.upei.ca/registrar) - Tuition and payment arrangements: Students unable to pay by the deadline can request approval of a Permission to Pay Later form from Student Financial Services. Approval does not waive late fees or interest. (https://calendar.upei.ca/current/chapter/tuition-and-fees-2/) - IT account and sign-in help: IT Systems and Services provides account setup, security and sign-in help. The sign-on page lists the Help Desk number as 566-0465. (https://www.upei.ca/itss/access) - International Student Office: Support from first contact through first-year courses. Located on the fourth floor of Dalton Hall. Contact studentsupport@upei.ca. (https://www.upei.ca/international-students) ## About UPEI - UPEI traces its roots to Prince of Wales College, established in 1834, and Saint Dunstan’s University, established in 1855. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/about-upei/history)) - UPEI’s coat of arms and flag honour both founding institutions with their historic symbols. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/about-upei/history)) - UPEI ranked seventh among Canadian undergraduate universities for sponsored research funding in the 2025 Maclean’s University Rankings. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/about-upei/history)) - Welcome Week offers orientation sessions, social events, campus tours, and faculty meet-and-greets. ([source](https://projects.upei.ca/welcomeweek/?page_id=1759)) - Homecoming’s Green and White Day invites students and alumni to wear school colours and support Panther athletes. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/communications/news/2026/09/upei-celebrates-2026-homecoming-week)) - The “Start with Hello” campaign encourages campus conversations, friendships, and a stronger sense of belonging. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/communications/news/2026/09/upei-launches-start-hello-campaign-build-connection-and-belonging)) - The UPEI Events Calendar lists varsity games, student events, public presentations, and other university activities. ([source](https://www.upei.ca/communications/events)) ## Questions ### What learning system does UPEI use? University of Prince Edward Island uses Moodle (moodle31.upei.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 UPEI? Last day to discontinue Fall courses — 50% tuition refund; no discontinuations afterward (Friday, October 30, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When is the last day to add or drop courses at UPEI? Winter registration and course-change/cancellation deadline; full tuition refund (Friday, January 22, 2027). ### When are final exams at UPEI? Fall examination period begins starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at UPEI? Registrar's Office: Questions about registration, degree audits and prerequisites. ### Is Dash affiliated with University of Prince Edward Island? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Prince Edward Island. ### How do UPEI students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at UPEI. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.