"Old Collegians’ Chats” is an initiative by the College's Old Collegians' Association where we arrange past students to come back and speak about their careers and life experiences after MLMC. The program is designed for Year 11 students, to not only inspire them but to also give them insight into various career paths and the challenges they may experience along the way. Although our guest speakers have modestly shared their successes, they have also generously shared their vulnerabilities and the setbacks they encountered. Drawing on our theme “a setback, is a set-up for comeback”, the program provides role models who demonstrate resilience and encourage the students to have a go. More often than not, it’s the fumbles along the way that propel us forward. So far we have had many past students coming in to speak, including doctors, nurses, a veterinarian, an opera director, a park ranger, a lawyer, a barrister, a social worker, an orthotic and prosthetic technician, a filmmaker, a senior politician and the local mayor. We would love more Old Collegians to become involved in this program.
Sean Toohey graduated from the College in 1996. He worked in the Victoria Police force, where he climbed the ranks to become a homicide squad detective and later a Sergeant. Having a young family, Sean decided to give away the force to spend more of his time with his family. In 2016, he became the SANFL’s integrity officer and recently he returned to home to take up the role of Eastern Ranges Talent Manager in the TAC Cup football competition. Having played for Eastern Ranges, Sean is keen to help other young players strive for excellence.
The students reacted well to Sean, with many of them asking questions about his job in the police force and his motivations to change career directions. It was a real privilege to have Sean back at the College, relaying some really potent insights on life, career and his time at the College. Thanks Sean!
