The semester, explained for University of Mindanao
Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
First Semester SY 2026-2027
Campus terms
9
Local details
10
Academic calendar
First Semester SY 2026-2027 runs Aug 10, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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B
Bolton
Shorthand for the university's downtown campus located on Bolton Street.
Bolton Stalls
The collection of informal food vendors and eateries located immediately outside the Bolton campus gates.
C
Canteen
The official on-campus food hall and cafeteria service area.
M
Matina
Shorthand for the university's main campus located in the Matina district of Davao City.
O
OAS
Office of Admissions and Scholarship; the administrative office for enrollment and financial aid.
S
SCAO
Student Cultural Arts Office; the department managing the university's performing arts groups and cultural events.
SSG
Supreme Student Government; the primary student representative body across all campuses.
U
UM-LMS
Learning Management System; the official online platform for course materials, quizzes, and assignments.
UMian
The official and student-preferred term for a student or alumnus of the University of Mindanao.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
10 details
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Bolton Cafeteria
DPT Building
Dr. Ponciano T. Reyes Building, a major academic facility on the Matina campus.
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DPT-GET Canteen
GET Building
General Education and Technical Building, housing various undergraduate classrooms.
PBE Building
Professional Schools and Business Education Building, primarily used by business and graduate students.
PTC
Professional Technical Center, used for technical and vocational course instructions.
RFID
The electronic ID card system used for 'tap-in/tap-out' security at campus gates and for monitoring attendance.
Student Portal
The centralized web interface where students check their grades, account balances, and enrollment status.
UM-STREAMS
Student Tracking and Reporting System; the university's internal system for academic monitoring and student records.
university_dining_center
University Dining Center
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
First Semester SY 2026-2027 runs Aug 10, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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College of Accounting Education - College Student Government
The official student governing body of the College of Accounting Education.
College of Arts and Sciences Education - College Student Government
The official student governing body of the College of Arts and Sciences Education.
College of Business Administration Education - College Student Government
The official student governing body of the College of Business Administration Education.
College of Engineering Education - College Student Government
The official student governing body of the College of Engineering Education.
Red Cross Youth Council - UM Chapter
A civic organization that provides opportunities for students to engage in humanitarian services and community health initiatives.
Open to all
UM Supreme Student Government
The highest governing body of the studentry of the University of Mindanao, representing student interests to the university administration.
Regular commitment
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Freshman and Transfer Student Orientation
An event to welcome new students and provide them with essential information about academic policies, student services, and campus life.
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Resources & spaces
Office of Student Affairs (OSA)
Oversees student welfare, development programs, student organizations, and discipline. A central hub for student life and support services.
Open to all
Using DormWay at University of Mindanao
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Syllabus to schedule
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Workload planning
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Free student access
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Life in Davao for University of Mindanao Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Davao.
Timezone
Asia/Manila
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Student Vehicle Parking Areas
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Managed through a controlled vehicle entry system; valid stickers required.
Bicycle Parking Areas
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Part of the university's sustainable mobility program.
Campus News
Latest updates from University of Mindanao
CGNIES and UMBEL Showcase Research Innovations at HANDA Pilipinas–Mindanao Leg
The University of Mindanao's Center of Green Nanotechnology Innovations for Environmental Solutions (CGNIES) and Biomolecular Engineering Laboratory (UMBEL) participated as exhibitors in the DOST XI Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week.
UM Digos College, PMHA-Davao Chapter Seal Mental Health Research Partnership
UM Digos College and the Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) Davao Chapter formalized a partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for mental health research.
UM-CHE Emerges as Overall Champion at the 18th UFTS National Skills Competition
The University of Mindanao, Davao City, earned top medals and was named Overall Champion at the 18th UFTS National Skills Competition and Congress 2026.