# Dash for University of Wisconsin–Madison students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/wisconsin/madison/uw-madison
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UW–Madison

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Expected publication of Spring 2027 schedule of classes ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Spring 2027 enrollment appointment times begin being assigned throughout the week ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Spring 2027 enrollment begins according to appointment times ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall deadline to drop a course without academic dean approval ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall deadline to add a course with department permission but without academic dean approval ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall term withdrawal deadline — except graduate students ([source](https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: Thanksgiving recess begins ([source](https://secfac.wisc.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Sun, Nov 29, 2026: Thanksgiving recess ends ([source](https://secfac.wisc.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall 2026 last class day ([source](https://secfac.wisc.edu/academic-calendar/))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall study day ([source](https://secfac.wisc.edu/academic-calendar/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.wisc.edu)
- Student portal: https://my.wisc.edu
- 24/7 UHS Mental Health Crisis Support Line: Call 608-265-5600, option 9. Staffed 24/7 by licensed professionals; also available to people concerned about a student's wellbeing. (https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/call-for-help/)
- UHS Mental Health Services: Confidential, no-cost student care, including individual and group counseling and psychiatric services. For mental health appointments, call 608-265-5600, option 2, or use MyUHS. Uwill offers no-cost virtual counseling with same- and next-day appointments, including nights and weekends. (https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/)
- Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, adding and dropping courses, withdrawal, and student records support. Call 608-262-3811 or email registrar@em.wisc.edu. Located at 333 East Campus Mall, #11101. (https://registrar.wisc.edu/dates/)
- Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid assistance: 608-262-3060; finaid@finaid.wisc.edu. Current students schedule appointments through Starfish; prospective students and others should call. (https://financialaid.wisc.edu/contact/)
- DoIT Help Desk: Free technology support and troubleshooting for students by phone at 608-264-4357, email at help@doit.wisc.edu, and chat. In-person support is also available. (https://it.wisc.edu/services/canvas/)
- Bursar's Office: Student tuition assessment, billing, and refunds. Call 608-262-3611 or email tuition@bussvc.wisc.edu. (https://bursar.wisc.edu/tuition-and-fees)

## About UW–Madison

- The university was founded in 1848, and its first class met on February 5, 1849. ([source](https://www.wisc.edu/about/historical-timeline/))
- North Hall opened in 1851 as the first campus building, serving as both classrooms and a men's dormitory. ([source](https://www.wisc.edu/about/historical-timeline/))
- UW began the nation's first college dance program in 1926 under Margaret H’Doubler. ([source](https://175.wisc.edu/))
- The Wisconsin Idea is the belief that the university's work should improve lives everywhere. ([source](https://brand.wisc.edu/))
- Babcock Hall ice cream is a student staple and a campus visitor attraction. ([source](https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/badger-basics/))
- The Terrace hosts a summer music series, a campus tradition dating to the 1980s. ([source](https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/badger-basics/))
- Bascom Hill snowball fights pit Southeast against Lakeshore residence halls. ([source](https://onwisconsin.uwalumni.com/badger-basics/))
- The Nicholas Recreation Center, known as the Nick, is a campus workout space. ([source](https://www.wisc.edu/athletics/))
- The Multicultural Student Center offers cultural programming, internships, and student organization support. ([source](https://www.wisc.edu/student-life/))

## Questions

### What learning system does UW–Madison use?

University of Wisconsin–Madison uses Canvas (canvas.wisc.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 thanksgiving break at UW–Madison?

UW–Madison's thanksgiving break is Nov 26–29, 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 UW–Madison?

Fall term withdrawal deadline — except graduate students (Monday, November 23, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at UW–Madison?

Fall deadline to drop a course without academic dean approval (Monday, November 23, 2026).

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

Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, adding and dropping courses, withdrawal, and student records support. Call 608-262-3811 or email registrar@em.wisc.edu. Located at 333 East Campus Mall, #11101.

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

Office of Student Financial Aid: Financial aid assistance: 608-262-3060; finaid@finaid.wisc.edu. Current students schedule appointments through Starfish; prospective students and others should call.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Wisconsin–Madison?

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

### How do UW–Madison students start using Dash?

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