# Dash for University of Washington students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Washington (Seattle, Washington) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Washington. Start at https://textdash.ai/start

Page: https://textdash.ai/washington/seattle/uw
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UW

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Autumn late course drop period begins ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Autumn tuition payment deadline ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026: Autumn U-PASS fee payment deadline ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Autumn late payment fee applied to unpaid tuition ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Tue, Oct 20, 2026: Autumn late add via Register.UW ends; entry codes and $20 change fee required ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Autumn: 100% of tuition due for withdrawal or credit reduction on or after this date ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Winter 2027 registration Period I opens for continuing students at 6 a.m. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Veterans Day: no classes; offices closed ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Sun, Nov 22, 2026: Winter 2027 registration Period I ends ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving: no classes; offices closed ([source](https://www.washington.edu/students/reg/2627cal.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.uw.edu/login/instructure)
- Husky HelpLine: 24/7 confidential mental health and crisis intervention support in multiple languages. Call 206-616-7777; online chat is available through Telus. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)
- Counseling Center: Free services for currently enrolled, degree-seeking UW students, in person or via secure Zoom. Call 206-543-1240. Located at 401 Schmitz Hall. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed UW holidays. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/counseling-center/)
- Let's Talk: Free, confidential drop-in consultations with Counseling Center mental health consultants; no appointment necessary. Not a substitute for ongoing therapy or a 24/7 service. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/counseling-center/our-services/lets-talk/)
- Office of the University Registrar: Assistance through the contact-page support form, in-person visits or Zoom appointments. Located on the second floor of Schmitz Hall. Registration team email: regoff@uw.edu. (https://registrar.washington.edu/about/contact/)
- Student Financial Aid: Call 206-543-6101 Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., or email osfa@uw.edu. In-person advising Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Schmitz Hall Room 105. (https://www.washington.edu/financialaid/)
- Student Fiscal Services: Tuition, fees, forfeitures and refunds assistance: sfshelp@uw.edu or 206-543-4694. Located at 1410 NE Campus Parkway, Schmitz Hall Room 129. Office hours Monday–Friday, noon–3 p.m.; phone and chat hours 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (https://finance.uw.edu/sfs/tuition-fees/drops-withdrawals-forfeitures-refunds)
- SafeCampus: Call 206-685-7233 for concerns about campus safety. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)
- Husky Assist: UW mobile response team providing on-site behavioral health support for students, faculty and staff in crisis on the Seattle campus. Call 206-543-9331. (https://wellbeing.uw.edu/crisis-services/)

## About UW

- Founded in 1861, UW's Seattle campus spans 700 acres. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/about/seattle-campus/))
- Students voted to adopt purple and gold as the school colors in 1892. ([source](https://gohuskies.com/documents/download/2018/7/17/18_UW_Branding_OneSheet.pdf))
- The Huskies team name was announced at halftime of a Washington–Washington State basketball game on February 3, 1922. ([source](https://gohuskies.com/documents/download/2018/7/17/18_UW_Branding_OneSheet.pdf))
- UW hosted the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, a world's fair that attracted more than 3.5 million visitors. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/single/husky-history-exploration/))
- Sylvan Grove holds the original four columns from the entrance of UW's first building, built in 1861. ([source](https://www.washington.edu/ceremony/symbols-meanings/))
- The Husky Union Building is a gathering spot with a food court, event spaces, gaming lounge and bowling alley. ([source](https://admit.washington.edu/student-life/))
- Dawg Daze welcomes new and returning students with concerts, academic workshops and community events around the start of autumn quarter. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))
- Visiting the Quad's Yoshino cherry blossoms is a popular spring tradition. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))
- Students can join more than 30 intramural sports leagues, tournaments and events, with options for beginners through experts. ([source](https://admit.washington.edu/student-life/))
- Spring ASUW elections let students choose the undergraduate student government's Board of Directors. ([source](https://nstp.uw.edu/connect-through-academics/shared-content-programs/traditions/))

## Questions

### What learning system does UW use?

University of Washington uses Canvas (canvas.uw.edu). 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 add or drop courses at UW?

Autumn late course drop period begins (Wednesday, October 14, 2026).

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

Office of the University Registrar: Assistance through the contact-page support form, in-person visits or Zoom appointments. Located on the second floor of Schmitz Hall. Registration team email: regoff@uw.edu.

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

Student Financial Aid: Call 206-543-6101 Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., or email osfa@uw.edu. In-person advising Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Schmitz Hall Room 105.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Washington?

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

### How do UW students start using Dash?

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