Our Identity
The Ateneo de Davao University is a Catholic, Jesuit, and Filipino University.
As a University, it is a community engaged in excellent instruction, holistic formation, robust research, and vibrant community service.
As Catholic, it proceeds ex corde ecclesiae, from the heart of the Catholic Church.
As Jesuit, it lives out the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola, and the global mission of the Society of Jesus.
As Filipino, it commits to the Philippines’ attainment of peace, social justice, democracy, and sustainable development, with focus on Mindanao.
