dash.The Bishop's term, at a glance
The dates Bishop's Gaiters ask Dash about most, from Bishop's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
December
- Sat, Oct 17Fall Reading Week endsubishops.ca
- Fri, Nov 13Last day to withdraw from Fall semester coursesubishops.ca
- Tue, Dec 8Fall regular classes endubishops.ca
- Thu, Dec 10Fall examinations beginubishops.ca
- Mon, Dec 21Fall examinations endubishops.ca
- Wed, Dec 23Holiday Break begins — no classesubishops.ca
- Tue, Jan 5Holiday Break endsubishops.ca
- Wed, Jan 6Winter classes beginubishops.ca
Where things live at Bishop's
The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Moodle
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Counselling Services
Free, confidential counselling, same-day drop-in consultations, referrals, groups and workshops. Email studentservices@ubishops.ca or call 819-822-9695. Check Student Services in MyBU for current drop-in hours.
Registrar / Records Office
Course registration, transcripts and official documents: records@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2682.
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Tuition accounts and financial aid: studentaccounts@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2655. Located on the second floor of Mountain House, above the Purple Pod food court.
- Empower Me — 24/7 mental health supportVirtual counselling: 1-833-628-5589. Listed by the university as available 24/7.
- Campus Security — 24/7Call 819-822-9711 or dial 711 from a residence room phone.
What it's like to text Dash
Text it like a friend. It works over iMessage and SMS, and it asks before it does anything for you.
Deadlines, handled
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌
From your syllabus, or Moodle once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
Bishop's, answered
Straight from Bishop's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
Bishop's, in short
Bishop's University, founded 1843, in Sherbrooke, Quebec.
- Founded in 1843, Bishop’s is the smallest of Quebec’s English-language universities.ubishops.ca
- The 550-acre campus sits between two rivers in Quebec’s Eastern Townships.ubishops.ca
- The Gaiters name came from a 1947 contest, combining an alligator reference with a pun on clothing worn by Anglican bishops.gaiters.ca
- The university’s official motto translates as “sound learning strengthens the spirit.”ubishops.ca
- The Plex, Bishop’s Sports and Recreation Centre, is accessible to all students through their student fees.ubishops.ca
- Homecoming brings students and alumni together for varsity games, campus traditions and Gaiter pride.ubishops.ca
- Catch football at Coulter Field, hockey at the Jane & Eric Molson Arena or basketball in Mitchell Gym.ubishops.ca
- Students can get involved in more than 60 student-run clubs, associations, academic societies and sports groups.ubishops.ca
Questions Bishop's Gaiters ask
Short answers from Bishop's own pages.
What learning system does Bishop's use?
Bishop's University uses Moodle (moodle.ubishops.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 holiday break at Bishop's?
Bishop's holiday break is Dec 23–Jan 5, 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 Bishop's?
Last day to withdraw from Fall semester courses (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When is the last day to add or drop courses at Bishop's?
Last day to add/drop Winter semester courses — midnight (Tuesday, January 19, 2027).
When are final exams at Bishop's?
Fall examinations begin starts Thursday, December 10. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at Bishop's?
Registrar / Records Office: Course registration, transcripts and official documents: records@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2682.
Where do I get financial aid help at Bishop's?
Student Accounts & Financial Aid: Tuition accounts and financial aid: studentaccounts@ubishops.ca; 819-822-9600 ext. 2655. Located on the second floor of Mountain House, above the Purple Pod food court.
Is Dash affiliated with Bishop's University?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bishop's University.
How do Bishop's students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Bishop's. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.