BUDHI FOUNDERS
&
Board of Directors
Email: r.ignacio@comcast.net
Phone (USA):
Landline +1(360)4565540
Cellular +1(360)2928943
RUFINO S. IGNACIO
CHAIRMAN
- BSEE – University of the Philippines, 1963
- MSEE – University of Hawaii, 1968
- Master in Eng’g Management – Saint Martin’s U, Washington, 1994
- Former Dean of College of Eng’g and Vice President of Academic Affairs – MSU Main
- Visiting Professor and Consultant – MSU Main – 2010 – 2018
- Global Achievement Award in Engineering Consultancy, 2014 – UP College of Engineering and the UP Alumni Engineers
- Lifetime Distinguished Achievement Award, 2015 – UP Alumni Association
- Co-Author (with Prof Louis Goodman), Integrated Planning and Quality Management System, CRC Press, 1999
- Plaque on the wall of the MSU College of Engineering: SIR RUFFY IGNACIO LECTURE HALL. Founder, Mentor, Benefactor, Friend Whose legacy of leadership, wisdom, and generosity will be remembered by many generations to come. 2011
"For me, MSU is a lifetime-project-in-progress that started in 1963. We pioneered in nurturing and developing the University to its present stature in the academic world. In a short span of 62 years, its impact on education, cultural integration, development and peace in the MINSUPALA region is phenomenal and immeasurable. Through the years and decades, every time I have the opportunity, anywhere I am, I return to MSU and serve anew. 2018 was my 9th tour of service. I will serve MSU again as long as I could.
BUDHI and our mission to raise P 100 million in five years as Endowment Fund is the latest of such endeavor for our Beloved MSU."
Email: romvirg@yahoo.com
Phone: (+63)917-5887259
ROMEO S. MAGSALOS, PhD
PRESIDENT
- BSA Agronomy (1982), BSA Animal Husbandry (1983) – MSU Marawi
- BS Public Safety – 1987, PNPA
- MS Public Administration – 1995, Laguna College of Business and Arts
- Ph.D. Public Administration – Al Manaf International Islamic University of Louisiana, USA (Distance Education Program), With High Honors
- Vice President for Admin & Finance – MSU Main Campus (2005)
- Chief of Police – Marikina City (2009, 2010), Narvacan (1999), Candon City (2000)
- Provincial Director – Lanao del Sur; Best Police Station of Eastern Police District (2009-2010)
Urban City Police Station of the Year (2010), (Marikina) - Board of Assessors – Search for 2022 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos Award for Police Officers
- Member – MSU Sining Kambayoka
"MSU is the reason why I am where I am today. An institution that offers a ray of hope for a better and brighter future to those who dare accept the challenge of pursuing academic degrees on its hollowed grounds. I was one of those young and brave students who responded to the invitation and it was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life.
My gratitude goes to the Mindanao State University for paving the way to who, what, where and why I am here today. It is a lifetime of INDEBTEDNESS that I will forever be grateful. When the idea of BUDHI was shared to me by Sir Ruffy, and the invitation to become part of this noble endeavor, and be its first President, I did not hesitate to accept believing that this is an opportune time to pay a debt of gratitude to my Alma Mater. Like a true son of a military man, and having trained and served the armed personnel of the country, I obeyed without complaint knowing that I will be surrounded with great minds sharing the same passion, dedication and love for MSU.
BUDHI is the rekindling of that ray of hope for the underprivileged members of our society wanting to purse their dreams at MSU. I would like to be part of the team that will fuel the fire that brightens the path of those yet to come that they too may achieve dreams of a better life and a brighter future. BUDHI offers an opportunity for me to give back and pay forward, and I am offering myself in the service to my dear MSU."
Email: henry_daut@yahoo.com
Phone: (+63)917-6546011
HENRY C. DAUT
VICE-PRESIDENT
- BSA-Agronomy (1981) – MSU, Marawi
- Professional Diploma in PE (PDPE) (1986) – MSU Marawi
- Master of Science Leadership & Management (1990) – University of Oregon, USA – Fulbright Scholar (1988 – 1990)
- Vice President – Asian Traditional Sports and Games Association – ATSGA (2022-25)
- Sports Consultant – National Grassroots Sports Development, Philippine Sports Commission (2016-22)
- Former Dean – College of Sports, Physical Education and Recreation, MSU Marawi City (2008-11, 1997-2000)
- Sports Consultant – Bangsamoro Sports Commission, BARMM (2023)
- MSU Presidential Merit Award (2007)
- Author: Random Thoughts atbp. (2000)
- MSU Varsity – Volleyball, Softball/Baseball, Track & Field
"Who I am, What I am, and Where I am today is because of the Mindanao State University. A poor man’s son venturing into the unknown in pursuit of a better life and a brighter future through education. Surviving the risks to both life and limb and tough challenges to earn a degree as passport to better opportunities in life and work.
To be invited to be part of a project that will pave the way in providing scholarships for deserving underprivileged youth of Mindanao to acquire high quality education, support for faculty and staff through scholarships and research grants bring back memories of my journey at MSU. Sir Ruffy’s invitation was difficult to reject because he is not even an Alumnus of MSU but wanting to make a significant difference to the University where thousands of youths of Mindanao pin their hopes and dreams of finishing a degree in one of the most prestigious institutions in the country. So, I said YES as my way of thanking and giving back to an institution that allowed me to achieve so much in my life. The task maybe daunting, but the joy and pride of becoming part of TEAM BUDHI make the journey into the sunset of my life golden and fulfilling."
Email: jean.dunlop.gayo@gmail.com
Phone: (+63)907-5109682
JEAN DUNLOP GAYO
SECRETARY
- BS Mechanical Engineering – MSU Marawi (2011)
- Registered Mechanical Engineer by the Professional Regulatory Commission (2014)
- AY Foundation Awardee for National Discipline – Ayala Foundation
- Consultant – Unigrow Philippines Bio-fertilizer
- Mechatronics Engineer, HGG Profiling Specialist, Inc. with HQ based in The Netherlands
- Former Piping Design Engineer – Dash Engineering Philippines, Inc. on various Petro-Chemical Design projects based in Turkmenistan, Singapore and United States of America.
"I am former student of Prof. Rufino Ignacio in Engineering Management way back in 2010. I always came inside the circle whenever projects and activities arose. His invitation to join the MEFC was a swift decision for me because I strongly believe in collaboration on shared philanthropic efforts.
As the youngest member in the Budhi team, I trust the value and principles of the alumni whom I may emulate to be of service to our Beloved Mindanao State University. And to be able to contribute to a collective pool of resources to a robust, stable source of funding for the younger dreamers and nation builders is beyond gratitude to our Alma Mater. I am excited to start this fruitful journey."
Email: delia.ladao@gmail.com
Phone:
Smart – (+63)918-9022104
Globe – (+63)917-1032689
DELIA MERCADO LADAO, CPA
TREASURER
- President – KROMA Realty Development & Management Corporation and a banker of more than 50 years.
- BSBA Marketing (1967) – MSU Main
- BSC Commerce (1969) – University of Mindanao
- Master in Business Administration – 18 units, (1983) – University of Southern Philippines
- CPA Board Exam Passer (1969)
- 1st Grade Civil Service CESO II
- Exemplary Work Performance – Land Bank of the Philippines (1980-2009)
- Most Outstanding Committee Director – Rotary Club of Waling-Waling – Davao (1997)
- Most Outstanding Chamber in the Philippines – President – Davao City Chamber of Commerce & Industry (1999)
"When Sir Ruffy posted the concept to voluntarily join the MSU Endowment Fund Ideas Group, I was touched and challenged. The goal of P100M within the next five (5) years is indeed a daunting task particularly that the major source of donations will be from MSU alumni who then came from the poorest of the poor of the MINSUPALA region. They were just like me when I stepped on the grounds of Marawi some sixty (60) years ago.
However when I became a CPA and rose from the ranks in the banking industry starting in the early ‘70’s, until I retired at age 63 as a Senior Vice President of one of the biggest banks in the country (Land Bank of the Philippines), and presently still functioning as a member of the Board of Directors of one of the biggest Cooperative Bank in the country (Mindanao Consolidated Cooperative Bank);I figured that my humble contribution to the proposed Endowment Fund multiplied by the number of alumni like me who I believe may wish to allot a yearly donation in the next five (5) years, the feasibility is not that daunting,
Coupled with my strong belief in the men and women who initiated the formation and incorporation of BUDHI with its noble purpose of uplifting the lives of the forthcoming generations of MSUANs, my heart and my mind say: “My contributions, whether big or small, will indeed become a homage and a fitting tribute to my Beloved Alma Mater that molded me and my being to what I have become as a forever grateful Alumna."
Email: laoshareena@gmail.com
Phone: (+63)910-2202011
HANIMAH SALIC LAO, DPA
INTERNAL AUDITOR
- Director – Office of Alumni Relations and Career Center (OARCC)
- BS Nursing (1999) – MSU Main
- Master of Public Administration (2005) – MSU Main
- Ph. D., Public Administration (2023 CAR) – MSU Main
- Former Marawi City Planning and Development Coordinator
- Former Marawi City Chief of Technical Division
- Former Chief Nurse of Marawi City Health Office
- Former Municipal Coordinator and Implementor – Comprehensive Integrated Delivery of Social Services
"Upon hearing of BUDHI initiative of concerned alumni of MSU, I truly feel it is a blessing that angels brought from heaven to MSU to satisfy its education and multipronged mandate in the country.
Budhi is a heard-prayer from the Allah (swt). Thus, I am actively involved in Budhi. It is heritage-formation that will transform dreams of selected youth to reality. I associate it to a candle that will provide light to many people. Aspirations for the less-endowed will be given expression by Budhi in partnership with MSU."
Email: perla_kwan@yahoo.com
Phone:
Home (082)241-0808
Office (082)207-2857; (082)297-5684
Cellular (+63)922-8063049
PERLA PICHON KWAN
DIRECTOR
- President/Owner – Precious International School of Davao
- BSEEd – MSU Marawi (1965), Cum Laude
- Post Graduate Guidance and Counselling – Brethren Evangelical School of Theology (BSET), 2014-2016
- One of the Ten Most Outstanding Principals of the Philippines (MOPP) 2006
- Awardee of LEAD – Leaders & Achievers of Davao (2017)
- Director – DAPRISA BOD (Davao Association of Private School Administrators;
- Academic Consultant – Christian Academy of Panabo City
- Administrator and Proprietress – MRPK Properties & Landholdings;
- Author of four (4) Pre-School Textbooks: The Joy of Learning – English, Math, Reading and Pilipino
"I believe in Budhi’s noble advocacy and in its steadfast determination to help poor but deserving youth in their pursuit of great education. BUDHI will enable them to overcome financial difficulties and reach their seemingly impossible dreams.
I want to savor that meaningful journey of student scholars of BUDHI reminiscent of my own struggles at MSU. Yes, I have the means now, thank God, however, I still have an occasional desire to revisit that situation of being really in need and getting help along the way.
BUDHI is an inspiring and compassionate game-changer that can bring hope and less excruciating struggles leading to a promising, better future.
At BUDHI, I believe there is an effective process to accomplish things in efficient and laudable outcome, that “if the process is right, the product is guaranteed.”
At BUDHI, I will be more fulfilled in life cognizant that a simple person like me could be the source of happiness for others. I firmly reckon that BUDHI is L♥VE "
Email: acsie123gumal@gmail.com
Phone:
Smart – (+63)918-6285491
Globe – (+63)916-3481284
ACSARA A. GUMAL, PhD
DIRECTOR
- Director – Ceramics Development Center, 2018 – present, MSU Main
- Manager – Fabrication Laboratory (FabLab Marawi),
2019 – present, MSU Main - BS Civil Engineering – MSU Marawi (1985)
- MS Teaching Mathematics, ISED/CNSM – MSU Marawi (2007)
- Ph. D. in Science Education, ISED/CNSM – MSU Marawi (2012)
- Provincial Shelter Coordinator – Ministry of Human Settlement, 1985-1986
- Project Engineer – Al-Doofa Establishment, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 1988-2001
- Professor (Mathematics) – MSU Lanao National College of Arts and Trade (LNCAT), 2002-present
- DOST Scholar
- Author of the Computer Technology course book, and Co-author of the BS Education, major in General Science and BS Elementary Education workbook at MSU LNCAT
"Thank you, Prof. Rufino S. Ignacio for the invitation to join the Beloved University Development and Heritage Development Initiatives (BUDHI) Corporation, but most important, to Almighty Allah for His guidance in making this decision to accept.
I was hesitant at first because of the gigantic task that this group plans to do, and questioned my qualifications relative to the other members who are all topnotched MSU Alumni.
As a whole I trust them in the major endeavor they wish to embark -- to raise funds of P100 million from MSU alumni and other sources to support deserving students through scholarships, and to assist faculty members in the University who want to conduct research but are faced with financial constraints.
After a long reflection and serious consideration, I understood and realized that this endowment fund program requires trust and confidence in people who will implement it. And I believe wholeheartedly in my Budhi colleagues. With all humility, I believe that I have some similar experiences and accomplishments that gave me courage and inspiration to accept the challenge."
Email: tinobubut@yahoo.com
Phone: (+63)917-8134083
CELESTINO D. BALDONADO
DIRECTOR
- President/CEO – AVECS Corporation
- Chairman of the Board – Lumina Healthcare Corporation/ Skyline Hospital and Medical Center, 2017-Present
- Master in Entrepreneurship – Asian Institute of Management, 2005
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering – Mindanao State University Marawi City, 1978
- Licensed Mechanical Engineer
- Delegate – The Association for Overseas Technical Scholarship Program on Entrepreneurship Development for the Philippines. Yokohama, Japan, May 2005
- More than Forty (40) years experience in Construction, Project,Personnel and Cost Management
- Has worked for the implementation of telecommunication support facilities for more than twenty eight (28) years.
"More than a decade ago, the idea of developing an endowment fund for our Alma Mater MSU was conceived and organized. We called the organization the “Love MSU Foundation” composed of concerned alumni to assist the University in its various activities. We even started to collect funds among ourselves to start the ball rolling on the initiative. However, for various reasons related to our respective professional pursuits, the Foundation did not take off.
This new BUDHI organization promises to regain lost ground of the “Love MSU Foundation”. I am happy to be part of this huge but doable program. We believe in the great strides the MSU has accomplished in its short history. We are products of such endeavors, and are forever thankful. We shall always be there for our Beloved University."
Email: ebgesalta807@yahoo.com
Phone: (+63)961-0888898
ERIBERTO B. GESALTA
DIRECTOR
- Former First Vice President – Philippine Long Distance Telephone
- BS Electrical Engineering, cum laude – MSU Main,1971
- 36 years career at PLDT involved in management of electronic switches operation, maintenance and centralized technical assistance; telephone service maintenance, cable maintenance, switch maintenance and service center operations; and network traffic administration, network outside plant engineering and network support.
