University of Mindanao, Davao City

27/09/2026

Congrats, UM Team!

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢, 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗔 20𝗧𝗛 𝗕𝗜𝗗𝗔

Gideklarang Overall Champion ang University of Mindanao (UM) sa baguhay lang nga ika-20 nga Business Idea and Development Award o BIDA nga gipahigayon niadtong Setyembre 22, 2026 sa McKinley Hill, Taguig City.

Nakuha sa UM ang kadaugan sa duha ka kategorya kon asa ang TripSync team niini ang nakasugkit sa kadaugan sa Technology Category, samtang nakuha usab sa FuMix ang Non-Food Category.

Gilangkuban sa TripSync sila Aaron Jalapon, John Benedict Bongcac, Ana Mae Viduya, ug Hazel Mae Fuerzas.

Samtang ang FuMix gilangkuban nila Joseph John Celerinos, Kriz Pauline Pusta, Omilhaya Bantuas, Maria Isabel Legario, ug Robert John Arcena.

Gipangunahan ni Clyde Abner Valdez ang maong grupo isip Head Coach ug Dr. Reil Romero kinsa mao'y nahimong Assistant Coach.

Ang BIDA usa ka tinuig nga kompetisyon sa Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry o PCCI nga nagtigom sa mga estudyante gikan sa nagkalain-laing unibersidad sa nasud aron ipakita ang ilang mga inobatibong ideya ug solusyon sa negosyo.

Kapin 80 ka entries ang misalmot sa kompetisyon karong tuiga.

Matud pa, ang maong kalampusan nagpakita sa talento, inobasyon ug potensyal sa mga estudyante sa pagpalambo og mga solusyon nga makatabang sa industriya ug katilingban.| via Armando Fenequito

25/09/2026

MERCHANT PARTNERSHIP I BANK OF PHILIPPINE ISLANDS

We’re welcoming Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)- Davao Bajada Rivera as a UM Alumni Merchant Partner, bringing exclusive banking opportunities to the UM Community: Alumni, Students, and Employees.

FOR UM STUDENTS & YOUNG UMians:

💳Open a BPI Jumpstart Account for kids below 18 for as low as ₱100.

FOR 18 YEARS OLD & ABOVE:
💳Get a BPI Savings Account with Investment for ₱1,000 (INSTEAD OF ₱3,000), with ZERO MAINTAINING BALANCE based on the offered package.

And there’s more, explore BPI products including:
💳 Credit Cards
💵 Personal Loans
🚗 Auto Loans
🏠 Housing Loans
🏢 Business Loans

From your first savings account to your bigger financial goals, let your UM connection work for you.

📌 Exclusive offer for UM Alumni, Students & Employees.
Present your valid UM ID / proof of affiliation when availing.

25/09/2026

JUST IN | The University of Mindanao proudly celebrates our 84 newly registered Psychometricians in the September 2026 Psychometrician Licensure Examination.

With an outstanding 93.75% first-time passing rate, UM once again surpassed the 91.72% national passing rate. This achievement reflects the University's unwavering commitment to academic excellence and the success of its future professionals.

Congratulations to our newly registered Psychometricians! Your achievement is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, and the quality of a UM education. The entire UM community celebrates with you.

25/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! UM College of Arts and Sciences Education for producing TOPNOTCHERS in the September 2026 Psychometricians Licensure Examination!

TOP 4: Ma. Bonita Bautista (UM Digos)
TOP 7: Angel Grace Buhawe
TOP 7: Rayne Andreana Uy
TOP 9: Ma. Andrea Jorillo (UM Digos)
TOP 9: Hiyasmin Gabriela Lariosa (UM Tagum)
TOP 9: Filjan Orbeso
TOP 10: Chariz Moldez (UM Tagum)

Congrats, Ga!
Mabuhay, University of Mindanao!

25/09/2026

JUST IN | Still #1 in Davao, now making a global mark in sustainability

The University of Mindanao proudly makes its debut in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, emerging #1 in the Davao Region, #2 in Mindanao, #13 in the Philippines, and #447 in the world. In its first participation, UM has established a strong presence in one of the world’s leading assessments of university sustainability performance.

The 17th edition of the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings features 2,016 institutions across 110 countries, providing a global platform for universities to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable campus development. This year’s theme, “Advancing Sustainable Campuses through Governance, Digitalization, and Integrated Performance,” highlights the growing importance of institutional systems and integrated approaches in advancing sustainability.

UM’s debut ranking reflects its continuing efforts to integrate environmental sustainability, responsible governance, resource management, education, research, and community engagement into university development. As sustainability becomes increasingly central to the future of higher education, UM continues to strengthen its role in cultivating a campus culture grounded in responsible and sustainable practices.

Read more: https://uigreenmetric.com/rankings/university/overall-rankings-2026

From #1 in the Davao Region to #447 in the world, the University of Mindanao is making its first mark in the global sustainability landscape. This milestone signals a continuing commitment to advancing sustainable higher education from Mindanao to the world.

21/09/2026

| UM Honors Excellence: Topnotchers Receive Incentives

The University of Mindanao proudly celebrated the remarkable achievements of its topnotchers from UM Main and its branches through a special Awarding Ceremony for Topnotchers, led by University President Dr. Guillermo P. Torres, Jr. today, September 21, 2026 at UM Bolton, Davao City.

The ceremony recognized the exceptional performance of UM graduates who earned top ranks in their respective licensure examinations, honoring their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence.

Through the awarding of incentives, the University expressed its appreciation for these outstanding achievers whose accomplishments bring pride to their families, institution and the entire UM community.

Their success stands as a testament to the University’s continuing Quest for Excellence and Quality Education, inspiring fellow UMians to pursue their own path toward academic and professional distinction.

Congratulations, UM Topnotchers! Your achievement is a source of pride for the entire University of Mindanao!

21/09/2026

Heads up, mga ’Ga!

Accessing your Course Assessment, Performance Evaluation, and Surveys is now easier through the UM-PASS Portal!

Follow these 6 easy steps to access and complete your evaluations:
1. Log in to your Student Portal at student.umin.edu.ph.
2. Click Academic Services on the left navigation menu.
3. You will be automatically redirected to UM-PASS.
4. Select Course Assessment, Performance Evaluation, or Survey from the side menu.
5. For Course Assessment and Performance Evaluation, choose the subject you want to evaluate and click Answer.
6. Complete the questionnaire and click Submit.

Please refer to the guide below for the updated step-by-step process.

Ready to get started, mga ’Ga? Log in, share your feedback, and make your UM experience count!

20/09/2026

✨ 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄, 𝐍𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄! 𝐁𝐘 𝐆𝐎𝐃'𝐒 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄, 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐇!✨

Sending our warmest prayers, love, and light to all our September 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) takers! 📚✍️

You’ve poured in the long hours, survived the sleepless nights, and dedicated your heart to this journey. Now is the time to trust in your preparation, believe in yourself, and surrender the rest to the Almighty. ☝🏻

𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒕 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒕𝒉: 𝑳𝑷𝑻 𝑩𝒀 𝑶𝑪𝑻𝑶𝑩𝑬𝑹 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔! 🍀

Go get that license, future educators! We are praying for your wisdom, peace of mind, and victory. God bless you all! 💙

Layout by Jarina Mizzah Gonzales
Caption by Aryssa Golda-Mier Lamalan

19/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! UM College of Health Sciences Education for producing a TOPNOTCHER in the August–September 2026 Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination!

TOP 9: Chabelita Batuyong

Congrats, Ga!
Mabuhay, University of Mindanao!

CONGRATULATIONS! UM College of Health Sciences Education for producing a TOPNOTCHER in the August–September 2026 Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination!

TOP 9: Chabelita Batuyong

Congrats, Ga!
Mabuhay, University of Mindanao!
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19/09/2026

JUST IN | Congratulations to all the BS in Nursing students at the University of Mindanao for successfully passing the August–September 2026 Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination! UM achieved the top 6 ranking in the Philippines for institutions with at least 50 to 99 nursing licensure exam takers.

Kudos to the College of Health Sciences Education!
Mabuhay, University of Mindanao!