Mindanao State University College of Law

07/05/2026

27/04/2026

Honoring a legacy that continues to shape the future of legal education at Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography.

We pay tribute to the late 8th Regular President of MSU, Sultan Atty. Basari D. Mapupuno, whose leadership and vision played a pivotal role in the approval of the Juris Doctor program at MSU TCTO—opening doors for aspiring legal professionals in the Bangsamoro region and beyond.

The MSU College of Law at MSU TCTO remains steadfast in fulfilling his dream of making legal education accessible to all—especially for the people of Tawi-Tawi.

In recognition of his enduring contributions, the soon-to-rise College of Law building at MSU TCTO now proudly bears his name, made official through Resolution No. 443, series of 2025, by the MSU Board of Regents.

A tribute to a leader whose impact will continue to guide generations.

08/04/2026

Congratulations to 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐘. 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐄 𝐁. 𝐂𝐀𝐍̃𝐀𝐙𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐒-𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐎 on your designation as Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Office of the 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧, 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰.

Mindanao State University – Main Campus has designated 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐂𝐚𝐧̃𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨 to assume this role following the temporary leave of 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐛 𝐁𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐨𝐝 𝐒. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢, who is currently pursuing a 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐬 degree at the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚 (𝐈𝐈𝐔𝐌).

With her prior experience as Dean and current rank as Associate Professor V, her leadership ensures the continued and effective administration of the College during this period.

Wishing you success in this important responsibility.

08/04/2026

MSU Law welcomes the designation of Atty. Annabelle B. Cañazares-Mindalano as the Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Dean.

Congratulations Dean Cañazares-Mindalano!

𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡

The Mindanao State University community extends its warmest congratulations to Atty. Annabelle B. Cañazares-Mindalano on her designation as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Office of the Dean, College of Law. Per Special Order No. 312-OP, issued by President Atty. Paisalin P.D. Tago, she assumes this vital leadership role to ensure the continued excellence and effective operation of the college. We have full confidence that her expertise will provide steady and inspired guidance for all law students and faculty during this transition.

As Atty. Cañazares-Mindalano begins her tenure, we also send our best wishes to Dean Atty. Norhabib Bin Suod S. Barodi as he pursues his Doctor of Philosophy in Laws at the International Islamic University Malaysia. We look forward to the continued growth of the College of Law under this new leadership and invite the entire MSU family to offer their cooperation and support.

Congratulations, Atty. Cañazares-Mindalano, on this well-deserved appointment!

𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡

The Mindanao State University community extends its warmest congratulations to Atty. Annabelle B. Cañazares-Mindalano on her designation as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Office of the Dean, College of Law. Per Special Order No. 312-OP, issued by President Atty. Paisalin P.D. Tago, she assumes this vital leadership role to ensure the continued excellence and effective operation of the college. We have full confidence that her expertise will provide steady and inspired guidance for all law students and faculty during this transition.

As Atty. Cañazares-Mindalano begins her tenure, we also send our best wishes to Dean Atty. Norhabib Bin Suod S. Barodi as he pursues his Doctor of Philosophy in Laws at the International Islamic University Malaysia. We look forward to the continued growth of the College of Law under this new leadership and invite the entire MSU family to offer their cooperation and support.

Congratulations, Atty. Cañazares-Mindalano, on this well-deserved appointment!

07/04/2026

Honored to have welcomed the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 (𝐔𝐍𝐎𝐃𝐂) team to the College of Law - Main Campus! They spent meaningful time with the members of the Sambatan Law Clinic, and also had the chance to give them a quick tour of the College of Law building. Grateful for the continued partnership and shared commitment to justice.⚖️

26/03/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝟰𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆

MARAWI CITY — Mindanao State University (MSU) College of Law celebrated its 45th Founding Anniversary today, March 26, 2026. Under the theme "Inclusive Justice, Enduring Legacy: 45 Years of Shaping Minds, Upholding the Rule of Law," the event gathered faculty, staff, and students at the College of Law grounds to commemorate nearly half a century of legal excellence.

College Secretary Naila M. Muti, JD, MPA, highlighted the institution's historical significance during her address. Drawing from 15 years of academic service, Muti described the college as a "beacon of excellence, integrity, and service."

"May this milestone inspire continued commitment to truth, honor, and the rule of law for this generation and those to come," Muti stated, emphasizing the college’s role in shaping the legal landscape of the region.

For the student body, the celebration provided a necessary reprieve from the rigors of legal education. Alea Janefa Dimaro, a first-year Juris Doctor (JD) student, noted that the anniversary offered a "breath of fresh air" amid heavy academic workloads.

"This is my first time participating," Dimaro said. "I’m thankful we’ve had the chance to reconnect and spend time with each other without worrying about pending readings."

Addressing aspiring law students and incoming freshmen, Dimaro emphasized resilience over raw intellect. "Anyone can come to law school," she remarked. "Law is difficult, but if you truly want to, you must persevere."

The 45th anniversary underscores the College of Law’s mission to produce legal professionals dedicated to the principles of inclusive justice and the enduring legacy of the MSU System.

✒️Mohader D. Gandamato

25/03/2026

25/03/2026

𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒 𝐔𝐏, 𝐀𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐀𝐖𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐒!

MSU Law - Main Campus | 2026 MLAT Announcement

The Mindanao State University College of Law – MAIN CAMPUS will be accepting applications to take the MLAT from incoming first-year law students for A.Y. 2026-2027.

Separate MLAt Schedule for:
COL at MsU Iligan.
COL at MSU Gensan.
COL at MSU Maguindanao
COL at MSU SULU and
COL at MSU Tawi-tawi.

Please see the posters below for more details for COL at MSU-Main Campus.

25/03/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖| 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐈𝐗 @ Meranao Cultural Heritage

TOPIC: "The Rule of Law Amid Geopolitical Conflict: Legal and Political Dimensions of the Iran-US-Israel Tensions."

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