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Merryl Sequeira (2012): Empowering Women in Coding & ICT
Past student Merryl Sequeira (2012) has returned to her roots at Santa Maria this year as a Mathematics and Robotics...
Read MoreKristy (1994): Publicist for Paramount and Network 10
Following many jobs in the media industry, Kristy Hall Harper (1994) is now a Senior Publicist at Paramount and Network...
Read MoreJessica Hooker: From SMC to CFO
Introducing Jessica Hooker, a 2005 graduate of Santa Maria. We caught up with her recently to delve into her journey...
Read MoreNever Underestimate The Impact of Family – Jennifer Oaten
Our families are one of the most important parts of our lives. Human beings are social creatures, and families provide...
Read MoreFrom The Comfort Zones To The Spotlight: The Power of Drama – Jennifer Oaten
The benefits of studying Drama at school are numerous. It can develop crucial life skills and foster creativity and imagination...
Read MoreNicola Principe (Class of 2014)
Nicola is in the final stages of completing her PhD in the field of cancer immunology at the National Centre...
Read MoreFrom the President: May 2023
Welcome to the May edition of the OGA Blog. Itโs hard to believe we're almost at the halfway point of...
Read MoreCalling All Melburnians: Alumni Reunion
Are you Melbourne based and looking to reconnect with your old Santa Maria classmates? If so, this event is for...
Read MoreAlice’s ‘Survivalism’ Selected In The West Australian Pulse 2023
Congratulations to Alice Handcock (2022) for her selection in The West Australian Pulse 2023 exhibition, with her piece 'Survivalism'.
Read MoreStepping into STEM: Philippa Vetten
Engineer, Philippa Vetten (2004), tells us more about her life after Santa Maria and her interesting career.
Read MoreThe Importance of Conversations – Jennifer Oaten
By focusing on communication skills and modelling good behaviour, families can create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels...
Read MoreClancy Behind COVID-19 Research
Clancy is currently working on COVID-19 samples, focussing on finding diagnostic biomarkers for long COVID and identifying unique molecular patterns...
Read MoreRunning the Show: Gemma Felton
If you've been to an event at Optus Stadium lately, chances are Gemma is the one behind it! We chatted...
Read MoreBrigitte Fighting Crime in Queensland
Brigitte Fee (2008), a police officer in Queensland for almost five years, shares her experience and insights into a career...
Read MoreSusannah Takes on Head of Maths Role in 2023
In 2023, Susannah Daly took on the position of Head of Mathematics at Santa Maria, where she was also once...
Read MoreBlooming in Business: Debra Hayes
While struggling to find her passion, Debra Hayes (1988) found floristry. Shortly after, at 23, she started her first floristry...
Read MoreSanta Maria College Chapel: A Rich History
As we approach the 67th anniversary of the opening of our chapel on 22 April, we take a nostalgic journey...
Read MoreFrom the President: April 2023
Welcome to the April edition of the OGA Blog. Itโs hard to believe Easter is just around the corner.
Read MoreThe Power Of Music – Jennifer Oaten
We firmly believe that music education can have a profound impact on brain development, academic achievement, building community and promoting...
Read MoreSilvia Baylie (Ng, Class of 1998)
This episode covers studying, university, career pathways, social innovation, challenging gender norms, and more. We'd definitely recommend tuning into this...
Read MoreIntroducing Elizabeth, Foundations & Alumni Officer
We are excited to introduce you to Foundations & Alumni Officer, Elizabeth Houwert (Walsh), who graduated from Santa Maria College...
Read MoreThe Life of a Regional Vet: Emma Barrett
Emma Barrett (2001) has wanted to be a vet for as long as she can remember. Today, Emma is the...
Read MoreClare Perrott: Keeping Her Passion For Music Alive
Clare Perrott (2021) was seen performing at this year's Nannup Music Festival, so we checked in with her to see...
Read MoreThe Power Of The Mercy Community
From the very beginning, the Mercy tradition has been about empowering women to use their voice to make a difference...
Read MoreKristen Lloyd: From Santa Maria to Equine Vet Surgeon in China
Kristen Lloyd (2008) lives in China and works as an Equine Vet for the Hong Kong Jockey Club. She shares...
Read MoreThe Hidden Value Of Alumni – Jennifer Oaten
Santa Maria College has created an amazing community over the past decades. A community so strong that 22 Alumni are...
Read MorePunmu Returns: Reflecting Back
The Punmu Immersion program returns this year after it was postponed in 2020 due to COVID. We reflect back on...
Read MoreCracking the Code: Innovation for a Gender-Equal Future – Jennifer Oaten
International Women's Day is a day of recognition, honouring the progress towards achieving gender equality and a reminder that we...
Read MoreSanta’s Workshop Officially Launches
Our Years 7 and 8 Woodwork classes are now underway, and we thought we would ask our students what they've...
Read MoreFrom the President: March 2023
President Gemma Varone welcomes you to the Old Girls' Association Blog for March 2023.
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