The Ateneo de Davao University is a Catholic, Jesuit, and Filipino University.

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As a university it is a community engaged in excellent instruction and formation, robust research, and vibrant community service.

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As Catholic, it proceeds ex corde ecclesiae, from the heart of the Church.

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As Jesuit, it appropriates the mission of the Society of Jesus and the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola.

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As Filipino, it contributes to and serves Mindanao.