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What happens at College stays at college, except the enduring friendships and networks and community that Sancta makes possible

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What happens at College stays at college, except the enduring friendships and networks and community that Sancta makes possible

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Any women's organisation achieving this milestone is beyond the wildest imaginings of our founders. Or is it?

I went for a little nostalgia in this post. Forgive me.

I am a Fresher '79.

Sister Toohey was not someone who sought leadership but stepped up when asked to. She taught us the quiet values of gentleness, privacy and was so nurturing without any spotlight, to ensure every single person was cared for.

The sisters gave so generously of themselves, as Shan has never stopped doing. Mass and values were things I most take away from my time here, as long as the freedom where we given with such safety to "grow up" without risk. Our doors were locked so we were not a victim of raiding parties, but our college life encouraged inter-coll participation in every possible way.

I love the college welcomes and includes everyone who has ever walked through their doors. I am so excited by our celebrations next year as women all making a difference, all supporting each other and with networks that will remain enduring.

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I came to Sancta as a PhD student in 1981, my first time away from home, which was particularly hard owing to my autism. I chose Sancta rather than St John's as Sancta said its goal was to provide a Christian environment whereas St John's said it aimed for excellence. I am eternally grateful to the nuns and the students, many of whom I have held with both respect and affection in my heart for 45 years. All are in my daily prayers.

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Fantastic Women and Amazing Memories

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If we couldn’t welcome a cohort of freshers to their home away from home with the correct spelling, the best we could do is as we always have - make it up as we go and lean on each other. What an honour and such fun to welcome such spectacular young women to the place which made us who we are along the way, in late night room chats, serenades and midafternoon Thursday quad breakfasts. Happy 100th birthday Sancta, and to silly geese everywhere!