Join the OGA Committee – Expressions of Interest Now Open
Are you passionate about staying connected with Santa Maria College and helping strengthen our alumni community? The Old Girls’ Association (OGA) is currently seeking expressions of interest from alumni who would like to join the committee.
The OGA plays an important role in fostering meaningful, lifelong connections among past students. Through a range of events and initiatives, the committee works to nurture a strong sense of belonging, celebrate the achievements of our alumni, and maintain the enduring spirit of the Santa Maria community.
Whether you graduated recently or many years ago, we welcome alumni from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are enthusiastic about giving back and helping build a thriving alumni community.
Interested in Joining?
Click here to find out more about the OGA Committee and to complete the Expression of Interest form.
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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
Coming Home – Alumni Celebrate the Cultural Centre
Santa Maria College alumni gathered to celebrate the opening of the College’s new Cultural Centre, reconnecting with classmates and celebrating the role of the arts in the community. The evening featured performances by current students and a 42-member Alumni Choir, highlighting the lifelong connections and shared experiences that continue to bring Old Girls back to the College.
From the President – August 2026
The August 2026 Old Girls’ Association President’s Report provides an update on upcoming meetings and alumni activities at Santa Maria College. President Mary Heavens outlines plans for the Pleiades Gathering, the inaugural Santa Maria College and Aquinas social event, and the Golden Girls’ lunch welcoming the Class of 1976.
Sophia, Building Beauty, Confidence and a Business
Santa Maria past student Sophia Whimp (2022) has built a successful home beauty business by combining creativity, resilience and a commitment to authentic client relationships. In this Q&A, she reflects on the lessons she learned at school, the challenges of starting a business at a young age, and the advice she has for students hoping to turn their passion into a career.
