UM External Relations and International Affairs Office

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄 | 𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗦𝗔🇵🇭🇺🇸

The University of Mindanao warmly welcomes our exchange student from the United States of America! ✨ Happening now at AVR 4, LIC Lobby, University of Mindanao, this event highlights a meaningful culture exchange between the Philippines and the USA, where ideas, traditions, and experiences are shared.

Our guest is exploring the rich Filipino culture while discovering the different facilities, environment, and opportunities offered by the University of Mindanao.

A celebration of diversity, connection, and global learning continues!

📷 Earl Florence Cerbo
🖼️ Earl Florence Cerbo

The College of Teacher Education - Bachelor of Physical Education Program of the University of Mindanao, in partnership with the Fakulti Pendidikan, PKO Program of Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya, Indonesia, proudly launches its first-ever Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Program on June 22, 2026.

This initiative brings together students and faculty from the Philippines and Indonesia in a meaningful academic and intercultural exchange centered on Sports Psychology. The COIL program will run from June 22 to July 18, 2026, providing a four-week international learning experience that promotes global perspectives, collaborative learning, intercultural competence, and cross-cultural understanding.

This milestone initiative reflects the University of Mindanao's commitment to internationalization, academic excellence, and the development of globally competent future educators, coaches, and sports professionals.

Few more days before the Confirmation of Interest cut-off!

Sayōnara to our dear inbound students!

Inbound students Yuiko Suzuki and Ririka Ono finally bid goodbye to Davao City as they concluded their two semesters of exchange program in UM!

Yuiko and Ririka are Japanese students studying in Kainan University, Taiwan, which is UM’s partner school under a bilateral agreement. They arrived in UM last August and were enrolled under the AB English program. In their one school year of stay with UM, the students experienced not just curricular-related programs, but also extra-curricular activities, and industry, community, and cultural exposure.

Before their departure, the students briefly met with UM President, Dr. Guillermo P. Torres, Jr., yesterday to wish the students safe skies as they return home to their families in Japan.

To Yuiko and Ririka, thank you for making UM your home for 10 months, and we hope that you bring the memories and learning you created in UM wherever you may journey in the future!

Till we meet again!

𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐊𝐋 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓

Ready to represent the University beyond borders?

The External Relations and International Relations Office invites all interested Engineering students to apply for the Universiti Kuala Lumpur Cultural Exchange Program — an opportunity to experience global learning, cultural immersion, and meaningful international connections with fellow students from Malaysia.

The cultural exchange program is tentatively scheduled in the second term of the first semester of SY 2026-2027.

Through this program, participants will gain:
✨ Cross-cultural experiences
✨ International exposure and networking
✨ Opportunities for personal and professional growth
✨ A chance to showcase Filipino culture on a global platform

For students who are decided to join, pls register in this google drive link: https://forms.gle/Q6e9KwQa9fsJhagx7

Download the application form through this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DtWxjdeLsah0tQFcl-2fR5SV0cYGH9_v/view?usp=sharing

Students are requested to use their umindanao emails to register and access the application form.

Take the first step toward your international journey and become part of a transformative cultural exchange experience!

IN PHOTO || 4 UM STAFF ATTENDS ERASMUS+ TRAINING IN LATVIA FOR ONE WEEK 🇱🇻

Congratulations to the four UM staff members who are participating in the International Erasmus+ Staff Week at Daugavpils University in Latvia from May 18–22, 2026.

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles, Director of UM Digos College, Ms. Brigida E. Bacani, Head of the Learning and Information Center, Ms. Vanessa Jean B. Bacus, Technical Assistant of the External Relations and International Affairs Office, and Engr. Jetron J. Adtoon, Assistant Research Coordinator of the College of Engineering Education, join more than 40 staff participants from 16 countries in this one-week international training hosted by Daugavpils University. Notably, UM is the only Philippine institution participating in the program.

During their stay in Daugavpils, the participants will engage in workshops and conferences on “Intensive Latvian Culture and Language” and “Smart Borders: Digital Innovation and Security.” They will also explore the city through guided tours, while building international linkages through meetings, lectures, and networking activities with fellow participants from different countries.

See you virtually tomorrow!

Ready to explore opportunities beyond the classroom?

Join our Virtual Orientation for the Short-Term Cultural Exchange Program at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), Malaysia and take the first step toward global exposure! This is your chance to experience campus visits, industry immersion, and cultural activities—all designed to broaden your perspective as a future engineer.

📅 May 8, 2025
⏰ 1:30 – 3:30 PM
📍 Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 832 3664 0234
Passcode: 999964

Whether you're curious about studying abroad or ready to take on an international experience, this session will guide you through everything you need to know. Don’t miss out—your global engineering journey could start here.

Open to all Engineering students in all year levels—see you there!

Ready to explore opportunities beyond the classroom?

Join our Virtual Orientation for the Short-Term Cultural Exchange Program at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), Malaysia and take the first step toward global exposure! This is your chance to experience campus visits, industry immersion, and cultural activities—all designed to broaden your perspective as a future engineer.

📅 May 8, 2025
⏰ 1:30 – 3:30 PM
📍 Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 832 3664 0234
Passcode: 999964

Whether you're curious about studying abroad or ready to take on an international experience, this session will guide you through everything you need to know. Don’t miss out—your global engineering journey could start here.

Open to all Engineering students in all year levels—see you there!

Ready to explore opportunities beyond the classroom?

Join our Virtual Orientation for the Short-Term Cultural Exchange Program at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), Malaysia and take the first step toward global exposure! This is your chance to experience campus visits, industry immersion, and cultural activities—all designed to broaden your perspective as a future engineer.

📅 May 8, 2025
⏰ 1:30 – 3:30 PM
📍 Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 832 3664 0234
Passcode: 999964

Whether you're curious about studying abroad or ready to take on an international experience, this session will guide you through everything you need to know. Don’t miss out—your global engineering journey could start here.

Open to all Engineering students in all year levels—see you there!