Atty Basari Mapupuno

Atty. Basari D. Mapupuno brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his role as the 8th President of the Mindanao State University System. Installed in June 2022, he has a distinguished career marked by public service, legal expertise, and educational leadership.

President Mapupuno’s prior roles include Provincial Prosecutor of Lanao del Sur and the longest-serving dean of the MSU College of Law (1998-2008). He actively led the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Marawi City and Lanao del Sur Chapter, holding positions of Vice President and President.

President Mapupuno’s 10-point agenda focuses on propelling MSU to new heights. Key areas include academic excellence, research, fostering a culture of peace, international collaboration, and cultural heritage preservation.

A respected member of a noble Lanao family, President Mapupuno was enthroned as Sultan of Malaig in 2003. This deepens his understanding of the region’s rich heritage and diverse communities.