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The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
That Time I Got Sniffed By A Bear
Join Arlo Connally Stewart for this podcast about the time he went on an ill-fated, all-day hike that ended in the most surprising way. Backcountry encounters like this you’ve only heard about in fairytales or drunken campfire stories. Original music by Jesse Fichman, David Thiessen and Christine Wilhoyte (a.k.a. Vortex Willie).
Arts & Entertainment
ClusterFunk Studios co-founders Brittany Lee and Tyler Ann Shahan will host “Master Peace & Mocktails” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 12 in Bertolini Hall.
SRJC to host “Master Peace & Mocktails” art and music event for Black History Month
Destiny Quiroz-Lindauer, Reporter • February 10, 2025
Grossman’s Noshery and Bar offers a multitude of deli-inspired options for lunch in Historic Railroad Square, Santa Rosa.
Grossman’s Noshery and Bar: A Jewish deli-inspired hotspot for almost any craving
Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter • February 4, 2025
Two audition opportunities will take place to accommodate the differing schedules and availability of the SRJC community and high school students.
SRJC Dance program to hold auditions for spring 2025 performance
Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief • January 22, 2025
An art piece by Takashi Murakami used as poster art for his "Unfamiliar People - Swelling of ?Monsterized Human Ego" 2023 San Francisco exhibit.
The Most Interesting Classes for Your Spring Semester
Kevin Terlizzi-Bowes, Journalist • January 9, 2025
Student on the Street: Winter Break
Student on the Street: Winter Break
Bryan Fructuoso and Samantha Carter • December 21, 2024
Dry ice cascades over an impressive three tiered treats stand during afternoon tea service at the Ivy, Chelsea Garden in London.
Trendy, Touristy, and Traditional: 3 High Teas to Try in London
Ellie Hokerson-Brun, London Reporter • December 19, 2024
Participants gather in the Burbank Auditorium lobby to take photos and celebrate a night of talent and community at La Carpa on Nov. 22, 2024.
La Carpa celebrates talent, culture and heritage
Bryan Fructuoso • December 13, 2024
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Most Viewed
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An attendee at a Santa Rosa school district board meeting protests the possible closure of select schools at Santa Rosa City Hall on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024.

With Santa Rosa school closures looming, return of School Resource Officers remains in limbo • 477 Views

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Sonoma State Sports Health facilities. Several players are rehabbing from injuries across all sports, and will likely have no playing time in the coming spring season. Without film they have a much lower chance of being recruited by another school to play their sport.

Sonoma State University cuts all athletics and multiple departments due to $23.9 million deficit • 444 Views

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Sonoma State University students watch on as President Emily Cutrer and Head of Academic Affairs Karen Moranski answer questions in Rohnert Park on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025.

SSU students and faculty protest budget cuts • 381 Views

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A group of picketers stand outside of Hotel E in protest of immigration crackdowns at Old Courthouse Square on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025.

SRJC student organizes “A Day Without Immigrants” protest, sees a wave of support in downtown Santa Rosa • 319 Views

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Designated hitter J.T. Summers runs out for lineup ahead of the game against Los Medanos at home on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025.

SRJC baseball’s offensive explosion fuels comeback win • 281 Views

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Slow Co. Pizza, Cotati's latest pizzeria is located downtown near La Plaza Park and is open Tuesday through Saturday.

Slow Co. Pizza: A one-stop shop for your pizza needs in Cotati • 210 Views

News
The Santa Rosa Junior College Student Financial Services Department will host three Financial Aid Fun Fair events throughout the month of February, each on a different SRJC campus.
SRJC to host financial aid awareness events throughout February – free food, games and cash for college
Samantha Arnott, Reporter • February 9, 2025
The Dream Center works to ensure immigrant and undocumented students at SRJC know their rights.
How will Santa Rosa Junior College protect its immigrant students under a second Trump presidency?
Amy Moore, Reporter • February 7, 2025
A group of picketers stand outside of Hotel E in protest of immigration crackdowns at Old Courthouse Square on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025.
SRJC student organizes “A Day Without Immigrants” protest, sees a wave of support in downtown Santa Rosa
Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Adair Alvarez Rodriguez, and Bryan Fructuoso-Zurita • February 7, 2025
The waters of Laguna de Santa Rosa approach near-road level on Highway 12 outside of Sebastopol on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Shone Farm closed, evacuations ordered through Feb. 6
Marty Lees, Reporter • February 4, 2025
Sonoma State University students watch on as President Emily Cutrer and Head of Academic Affairs Karen Moranski answer questions in Rohnert Park on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025.
SSU students and faculty protest budget cuts
Reid Carpenter, Rosemary Cromwell, Oliver Kindt, and Emelle Raschein • January 30, 2025
The 13 spoke wagon wheel logo has served as the primary branding for rotary clubs across the country since 1905.
Rotary Club to offer $40,000 in scholarships for SRJC students
Marty Lees, Reporter • January 25, 2025
Sonoma State Sports Health facilities. Several players are rehabbing from injuries across all sports, and will likely have no playing time in the coming spring season. Without film they have a much lower chance of being recruited by another school to play their sport.
Sonoma State University cuts all athletics and multiple departments due to $23.9 million deficit
Hana Seals, Editor • January 23, 2025
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Sports Features
The SRJC men's wrestling team conclude their season in the 3C2A Wrestling State Championships in the Golden Eagle Arena at Lemoore College on Dec. 14, 2024.
The Santa Rosa Junior College women's soccer team held their annual alumni game on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024.
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Sports News
The game against Cosumnes River on Friday, Feb. 7, was the Bear Cubs’ first-ever, Play4Kay pink game, where all proceeds from the ticket sales for the contest will be donated to the Kay Yow Foundation.
Bear Cubs guard, Andrew Pengel, left, and forwards Audon Forgus, center, and Jaden Washington, right, re-enter the court following a grueling first half against Cosumnes River at Haehl Pavilion on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025.
The Polar Bears' Luc Caron looks out at the rink during a break play against Fresno at Snoopy's Home Ice on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.
Designated hitter J.T. Summers runs out for lineup ahead of the game against Los Medanos at home on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025.
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Sports Opinion
A raucous crowd at Emirates Stadium cheers on the Arsenal Women's team, singing the fight song "North London Forever." The game ended in a tie with Manchester City, who came in second place in the Women's Super League (WSL) last year. Arsenal came in third place.
Pitchers at all levels of baseball are being pushed beyond their limits to the point of injury, such as with SRJC pitcher Tony Suarez, who underwent Tommy John surgery and had to miss the second half of the 2024 baseball season.
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Podcasts
By the Fireside Episode 2: Themes and Motifs
Kevin Terlizzi-Bowes, Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, and Mark Fernquest • December 14, 2024

In this episode, we invite experienced writer and editor Mark Fernquest to talk with us about themes/motifs within stories, what makes a good...

That Time I Got Sniffed By A Bear
Arlo Connally Stewart, Podcaster • December 5, 2024

Join Arlo Connally Stewart for this podcast about the time he went on an ill-fated, all-day hike that ended in the most surprising way. Backcountry...

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Features
An attendee at a Santa Rosa school district board meeting protests the possible closure of select schools at Santa Rosa City Hall on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024.
Bottles filled with poems line the shelves of the Poetry Pharmacy in London. Each bottle offers aid of the literary kind - poems rolled into capsules. Prescriptions are available for dozens of needs, including exhaustion, empty nest syndrome, insomnia, mindfulness and more.
Fire alarms, substandard fire safety, uncleanliness, an understaffed resident adviser program and an apathetic development and management company, Servitas, have made life at the dormitory potentially less appealing than off-campus housing.
Salvador Sandoval-Garduno looks across the Mojave for potential prospecting locations.
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Oak Leaf Magazine - Fall 2024