A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

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
A slide from the Journalism Association of Community Colleges 2021 spring awards ceremony in which The Oak Leaf won the Online General Excellence award.

The Oak Leaf wins 16 awards for 2020 work

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2021
For every click on this article, I will take a bite out of my hat!

For every click on this article, I will take a bite out of my hat!

Nick Vides and Tucker Lang
April 1, 2021
A photo of the opening paragraphs from The Declaration of Sentiments.

Religious radicalism and change

Liam Vinueza, Editor
March 31, 2021
A young Black woman raises her fist in this screenshot from Ciani Rey Walker's "Misfits."

Ciani Rey Walker’s “Misfits” invites viewers to understand the Black Panther Party

Emily Hewitt, Reporter
March 31, 2021
A sign for Sonoma County state beach Gleason Beach on the Sonoma coast.

How to celebrate spring break without breaking COVID-19 protocols

Jennifer Sawhney, Reporter
March 21, 2021
A slide about the disadvantages of colorblindness with regard to young children.

Colorblindness is not the goal: Anti-racism in the preschool classroom

Audrey Fry, Reporter
March 18, 2021
A sign reading "Hard hat area" adorns a fence surrounds the remains of the demolished Shuhaw Hall.

Campus construction: What SRJC students have missed since last March

Jonathan Bigall and Hannah Cunha
March 18, 2021
A poster for Stephanie Robillard's "Telling Her Story" event about the importance of diverse literature.

“Telling Her Story”: Stephanie Robillard presents study on multicultural literature

Cass Stewart, Editor
March 18, 2021
A flyer for the event featuring Dr. Jessica Esquivel

Where physics and life collide: Jessica Esquivel, Afro-Latina physicist and activist

Jennifer Sawhney, Reporter
March 17, 2021
Poster for "Legacy of the Blues" panel sponsored by the Black Students Union.

Sage wisdom from a lifetime of blues

Michael Combs and Jessica Johnson
March 17, 2021
Construction underway at SRJC includes new

Board of Trustees approves transition toward in-person athletics, denounces anti-Asian violence and updates land acknowledgement

Jennifer Sawhney, Reporter
March 17, 2021
A banner for Dr. Cecilia Balli's lecture on Latinx voting trends.

Real talk: Understanding Latinx voters, a lecture with Dr. Cecilia Balli

Sophia Ginsberg, Reporter
March 17, 2021
A poster for the three part "Black Lives More Than Matter!" workshop by Dr. Abdimalik Buul.

Black lives more than matter: Viewing the SRJC vision statement through an anti-racist lens

Michael Combs, Editor
March 17, 2021
A bird's eye view of planned student housing.

SRJC postpones affordable student housing project by one year

Emma Molloy, Editor
March 15, 2021
The SRJC Student Government Assembly logo.

SGA creates committee to address virtual learning concerns

Audrey Fry, Reporter
March 14, 2021
An image of SRJC's Luther Burbank Auditorium, home to SRJC's theatre programs.

Summer Repertory Theatre 2021 season canceled

Jessica Johnson, Reporter
March 14, 2021
SRJC now offers CubCards virtually, giving students access to dozens of discounts and promotions.

Santa Rosa Junior College offering virtual CubCards

Malcolm Bess, Reporter
March 10, 2021
Governor Gavin Newsom stands at a podium in Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. A screen behind him shows multiple public officials and an ASL interpreter is shown on the bottom right.

Newsom describes “our brighter future” in State of the State address

Nick Vides, Editor
March 10, 2021
A pile of various pieces of unrecyclable plastic including shopping bags, water bottles and a comb.

“The Story of Plastic” panel rethinks how to reduce, reuse, recycle and rot

Audrey Fry, Reporter
March 9, 2021
Student Government Assembly logo

SGA announces budget, food drive success, election updates and progress on remote learning concerns

Audrey Fry, Reporter
March 6, 2021
Multimedia artist Mildred Howard spoke with SRJC students about art as cultural celebration, highlighting the importance of creativity and individual expression.

Art as activism and cultural inclusivity: A lecture with Mildred Howard

Sophia Ginsberg, Reporter
March 4, 2021
Attendance at one of the last two meetings is required for any student interested in running for elected office.

Interested in student government? Attend one of two mandatory meetings before applying

Nick Vides, Editor
March 2, 2021
SRJC is offering loaner laptops, hotspots and calculators for students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The items are available via contactless curbside pickup.

SRJC still offering loaner laptops and hotspots for remote learning

Malcolm Bess, Reporter
February 28, 2021
Read on for 10 good habits for achieving financial security that will get you through the pandemic and set you on a stable course in the future.

10 ways to find your financial footing for the future

Blair McTaggart, Reporter
February 28, 2021

SRJC Intercultural Center to present “Misfits” screening and Q&A

The Oak Leaf Staff
February 27, 2021
SRJC continues its effort to support students through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feed The Bears to provide SRJC students with free groceries and gift cards

Jonathan Bigall, Editor
February 25, 2021
The SRJC SGA addressed concerns about online test proctoring software and reviewed details for a variety of upcoming health and cultural events over Zoom 2/22.

SGA examines online test proctoring and previews student health, cultural events

Audrey Fry, Reporter
February 25, 2021
As part of Black History Month, SRJC BLAC will present "Creating Black Equity," an event focused on combating institutional racism.

SRJC BLAC to present summit on combating racism Feb. 26

Jessica Johnson, Reporter
February 25, 2021
“Resistance is more than just fighting back; it is also about creating other avenues to express ourselves,” activist Leroy F. Moore Jr. said in a Zoom presentation Feb. 9 entitled Black Disability in Resistance and Creating.

Krip-Hop Nation: Creating art to resist oppression

Fay Rasmuson and Malcolm Bess
February 23, 2021
SRJC Foundation offers awards ranging from $200 to $4000 from one application.

SRJC Foundation opens scholarship applications for 2020-21

Jessica Johnson, Reporter
February 23, 2021
After receiving her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, Stephanie Stone (left) sets her appointment for her second dose with nurse's assistant Angel Rodgers (right).

Petaluma SRJC campus becomes one of three new vaccination sites

Jonathan Bigall and Hannah Cunha
February 22, 2021
The federally recognized celebration of Black History Month continues with strong support, even during quarantine.

Four ways to celebrate Black History Month at home

Tucker Lang, Editor
February 17, 2021
SRJC Petaluma Our House hosts the Welcome Back Kickback 12–1 p.m. Feb. 18 on Zoom.

SRJC Petaluma Our House hosts Welcome Back Kickback

Ashley Luna, Staff Writer
February 17, 2021
Santa Rosa Junior College opened two vaccination clinics last week. The SRJC clinic is for students only, while the Petaluma clinic is open to the public by appointment.

Board of Trustees announces new vaccination sites and emergency funding for students 

Michael Combs and Jennifer Sawhney
February 17, 2021
The SRJC Student Health Services continues to provide support for those struggling psychologically during remote instruction.

SRJC PEERS Coalition hosts Well-Being Wednesday

Jonathan Bigall, Editor
February 15, 2021
Dr. Abdimalik Buul spoke Feb. 5 over Zoom about the types of racism, how to be an agent of change and how racism affects us all.

Black lives more than matter: Being an agent of change against structural racism

Michael Combs, Editor
February 11, 2021
Prospective and current club members gathered on Zoom Wednesday in the first ICC Club Day of the semester.

SRJC clubs present online in semester’s first Club Day

Ashley Luna, Staff Writer
February 11, 2021
The SRJC SGA met to promote upcoming events over Zoom Monday. During the meeting, Student Body President Delashay Carmona Benson was appointed to aid in the hiring process for the school's new Vice President of Human Resources.

SGA prepares for upcoming elections and encourages student participation

Cass Stewart, Editor
February 10, 2021
The SRJC SGA met to fill the vacant Santa Rosa vice president of marketing seat and discuss online-education-induced anxiety over Zoom Monday.

SGA appoints new vice president of marketing and discusses Zoom fears

Cass Stewart, Editor
February 2, 2021
SRJC student Kay Trieseberg is hosting a donation drive collection on Friday, Dec. 5, and a distribution on Friday, Dec. 12.

SRJC student to host winter donation drive Saturday

Emma Molloy, Staff Writer
December 4, 2020
The last food distribution and grocery card giveaway of the semester will take place 9–10 a.m. Dec. 7 on Santa Rosa campus

SJRC to host final food giveaway of the semester Friday

Cass Stewart, Staff Writer
December 1, 2020
The SRJC BSU will host an open Zoom meeting Friday to discuss justice, racism and law enforcement within Sonoma County.

SRJC BSU hosts online “Justice Speaks” event

Lilia Epstein, Staff Writer
November 19, 2020
Graphic of candles with text that reads "Transgender Day of Remembrance Nov 20"

SRJC LGBTQ Committee hosts online Transgender Day of Remembrance event

Alex Fuller, Editor
November 19, 2020
Cat Brooks, leader of Black Lives Matter and self-described “radical activist” with a national profile, spoke to more than 100 Santa Rosa Junior College students Nov. 2 about defunding the police and her history fighting racial injustice.

Cat Brooks: What is radical reform?

Priscilla Navas and Michael Combs
November 17, 2020
Stressed about transferring? Here's what you should be doing now.

Transferring? Here’s what you should do right now

Willow Ornellas, Staff Writer
November 7, 2020
Dr. Brenda Flyswithhawks feels that Native American appreciation at SRJC began when ceremonies were performed on campus in response to sacred oak trees being cut down.

Board of Trustees formally recognizes SRJC sits on Pomo land 

Michael Combs, Editor
November 5, 2020
Free produce, plus $50 grocery card for SRJC students

Free produce, plus $50 grocery card for SRJC students

Cass Stewart, Staff Writer
November 1, 2020
Poster for the Buddhist perspective on racism & civil unrest event.

Students for World Peace hold “enlightening” Buddhist event on racism and civil unrest

Cass Stewart, Staff Writer
October 29, 2020
Local artist and SRJC alum Amanda Ayala will “Altars and Ancestors” from 2:30-4 p.m. Oct. 29. Ayala encourages people from all backgrounds to participate even if you have limited experience or knowledge of the Día de los Muertos traditions.

“Altars and Ancestors”: Free, digital Día de los Muertos altar-building workshop

Peyton Krzyzek, Staff Writer
October 28, 2020
Smoke and haze over the Skyhawk neighborhood.

Fires force SRJC students to evacuate mid-semester for the third consecutive year

Cass Stewart, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
Protestors march on Washington Street carrying signs for the BLM movement.

“No good cops in a racist system”: Protestors march for Breonna Taylor in Petaluma

Jonathan Bigall, Editor
October 12, 2020
The Oak Leaf interviews Rep. Jared Huffman

The Oak Leaf interviews Rep. Jared Huffman

Oak Leaf Staff
October 8, 2020
SRJC logo and "Santa Rosa junior college" on a white background

SRJC awarded $3 million HSI grant for Latinx and low-income students

Michael Combs, Editor
October 7, 2020
A section of Westwood Estate Wines’ pinot noir grapes sit burnt along Highway 12.

Glass Fire Incident photo gallery

Nick Vides, Aryk Copley, Michael Combs, Peyton Krzyzek, Priscilla Navas, Willow Ornellas, Emma Molloy, and Jonathan Bigall
September 28, 2020
Debris of a house that once stood on the 5800 block of Mountain Hawk Road in Santa Rosa.

Glass Incident Fire forces SRJC closure through Friday

Oak Leaf Staff
September 28, 2020
Dakota McGranahan, recently ousted student body president, has alleged impropriety in the college's decision to remove them and replace them with runner-up Delashay Carmona Benson.

Former SGA President Dakota McGranahan alleges “illegal” conduct by SRJC

Alex Fuller and James Domizio
September 26, 2020
Welcome to Zoom University: Student and staff reaction

Welcome to Zoom University: Student and staff reaction

Willow Ornellas, Staff Writer
September 23, 2020
Q&A with West Below, president of SRJC’S Young Americans For Liberty chapter

Q&A with West Below, president of SRJC’S Young Americans For Liberty chapter

Priscilla Terry, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
Young Americans for Liberty President West Below introduces speakers Antony Davies, James R. Harrigan and Alex Tokarev at the group's Lockdowns vs. Liberty Q&A session that questioned the benefits of shutting down the economy.

“More lives could have been saved elsewhere”: Young Americans for Liberty Q&A and forum

Priscilla Terry and Jonathan Bigall
September 17, 2020
Store important survival supplies and low-tech entertainment in a stout backpack you can grab at a moment’s notice.

Evacuation preparation: What you need when it’s time to leave

Priscilla Navas
September 17, 2020
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