dash.The UTK term, at a glance
The dates UTK Volunteers ask Dash about most, from UTK's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
November
December
- Tue, Nov 3Election Day — no classesregistrar.utk.edu
- Wed, Nov 25Thanksgiving recess begins — no classesregistrar.utk.edu
- Fri, Nov 27Thanksgiving recess endsregistrar.utk.edu
- Tue, Dec 1Fall full-session classes endregistrar.utk.edu
- Tue, Dec 1Deadline to withdraw from fall full-session courses or request a total withdrawalregistrar.utk.edu
- Wed, Dec 2Fall study day — no classes or examsregistrar.utk.edu
- Thu, Dec 3Fall final exams beginregistrar.utk.edu
- Wed, Dec 9Fall final exams endregistrar.utk.edu
Where things live at UTK
The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Canvas
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Office of the University Registrar
Academic records, registration-related resources, and student progress services. Phone: 865-974-1111. Student Services Building, 1331 Circle Park Drive, Suite 209; Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
One Stop Student Services
Support with enrollment, academic records, financial aid, and payments. Phone: 865-974-1111; Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Hodges Library ground-floor walk-ins: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Scholarship opportunities, financial aid, FAFSA, aid eligibility, and verification resources. Contact One Stop at 865-974-1111.
Office of the Bursar — tuition and fees
Tuition and fee information. Office: 201 Andy Holt Tower, 1331 Circle Park. Contact One Stop at 865-974-1111 for assistance.
OIT HelpDesk and Canvas help
Call 865-974-9900 for technology and Canvas assistance. Canvas also provides a Help icon within courses.
- 974-HELP — 24/7 support and referral lineCall 865-974-4357 for yourself or to share a concern about another student. Center for Care and Resilience staff answer during business hours; a mental health professional provides in-the-moment support after hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
- Student Counseling Center and after-hours crisis supportCall 865-974-2196 for a crisis appointment during business hours, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (opening at 9 a.m. Wednesdays). After hours, the same number connects to a confidential mental health counselor for emergent support. For immediate danger, call 911.
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 Canvas once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
UTK, answered
Straight from UTK's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
UTK, in short
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, founded 1794, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
- UT was founded in 1794 and is Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university.utk.edu
- Campus legend says students who walk across the university seal near Hodges Library won’t graduate in four years.utk.edu
- Smokey has won three national mascot championships and been inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame.utsports.com
- After UT won its first Homecoming game in 1916, President Ayres declared Monday a holiday so celebrations could continue.studentlife.utk.edu
- Students paint the Rock with birthday wishes, event announcements, sports hype, and other messages.utk.edu
- Torch Night welcomes each incoming class with symbolic torches and a commitment to selfless leadership.utk.edu
- Volapalooza celebrates the end of spring semester and gives students a chance to unwind before finals.studentlife.utk.edu
- RecSports offers activities including weightlifting, pickleball, rock climbing, and group fitness classes.utk.edu
Questions UTK Volunteers ask
Short answers from UTK's own pages.
What learning system does UTK use?
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville uses Canvas (utk.instructure.com). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.
When is thanksgiving break at UTK?
UTK's thanksgiving break is Nov 25–Dec 2, 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 UTK?
Deadline to withdraw from fall full-session courses or request a total withdrawal (Tuesday, December 1, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When are final exams at UTK?
Fall final exams begin starts Thursday, December 3. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at UTK?
Office of the University Registrar: Academic records, registration-related resources, and student progress services. Phone: 865-974-1111. Student Services Building, 1331 Circle Park Drive, Suite 209; Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where do I get financial aid help at UTK?
Scholarships and Financial Aid: Scholarship opportunities, financial aid, FAFSA, aid eligibility, and verification resources. Contact One Stop at 865-974-1111.
Is Dash affiliated with The University of Tennessee, Knoxville?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
How do UTK students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at UTK. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.