Dr Sarah Moller appointed as new Head of College
Aquinas College is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Sarah Moller as the new Head of College. Sarah is a highly experienced educator who has been part of the Aquinas family since 2017, leading the College’s academic program in the role of Academic Director, and taking on the position of Vice-Rector in 2024.
Sarah brings an expert understanding of the South Australian tertiary sector to her leadership of the College. During her time at Aquinas, Sarah has developed an academic program which is outstanding in its innovation, engagement and effectiveness, ensuring that students from regional and remote Australia are given the best possible start at university.
A practising visual artist, Sarah completed a Doctor of Philosophy in the field of Visual Arts, undertaking research for this qualification at Johannes Gutenburg University, Germany. Sarah holds a post-graduate qualification in Education from the University of Adelaide, along with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Adelaide and a Bachelor of Visual Arts (First Class Honours) from Charles Darwin University.
Sarah is the first female Head of Aquinas College. Her background in both Jesuit and Marist education underpins a strong understanding of the rich spiritual heritage of the College. Inspired by her faith, she leads with energy and optimism. As an educator, Sarah values presence, communication and connection as essential elements in leading a healthy community of learners. Reflecting on her appointment, Sarah states:
‘Aquinas is a family, where all are included and all belong. At the centre of what we do is community: we know our students by name, we have hopes and expectations for them academically, personally and socially, and we hold them accountable.
I have a genuine love of Aquinas College, developed over years of working with the outstanding young people who call Aquinas home, our staff, alumni and our families. As an educator, I have found great fulfilment in being able to accompany students on their tertiary journey, watching them flourish as members of our unique educational community.
I believe passionately in the mission of our College and the quality of the Aquinas experience; taking on leadership of this special family on a long-term basis is a blessing, an honour and a privilege.’