40years - Excelsia College

1983 – 2023

This year is a significant period in the College’s history as we celebrate 40 years of Christian higher education. We are proud of all the alumni who have come through our doors, and of our staff and students who make the College an inclusive community. We are looking forward to celebrating with everyone who has helped to shape the College over its four decades.

In the last 40 years, we are proud to have

289+

Business graduates

800+

CAPA
graduates

764+

Counselling graduates

793+

Education graduates

9+

Social Work graduates

A Rich History

40th anniversary with commemorative art

‘Within the artwork you can see these significant places which form the circles and pathways representing family, communities and education.’

– Debra Beale

Excelsia College was thrilled to commission Sydney-based First Nations artist Debra Beale to paint an artwork that embodies Excelsia College’s journey across its 40-year history.

The anniversary artwork is titled Spiritual Places which Debra says represents significant places. ‘Within the artwork you can see these significant places which form the circles and pathways representing family, communities and education. The circle gives a sense of “connectiveness” which holds strength and support for Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal peoples to thrive and become great leaders.’  

Debra’s artwork also speaks of morals and beliefs and how these can be transformed into our daily lives. It speaks of education, learning new skills and applying important values.

Mr Peter McKeon

Excelsia College CEO

‘Through our motto “participare lumen”, Excelsia College students light the way as they explore new intellectual horizons. From our beginnings as Wesley Institute, to moving to Macquarie Park in 2015 and expanding to five schools, we have had over 5,000 graduates go on to positively impact the world.’

Mr Phillip Cave AM

Excelsia College Chairman

‘This year is a significant period in the College’s history as we celebrate 40 years. Thank you for making Excelsia a very special, unique and wonderful place to be. We are proud of all the alumni who have come through our doors, and of our staff and students who make the College what it is.’