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
Albert Gregory

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor

All content by Albert Gregory
Former Bear Cub and Major Leaguer Jason Lane throws batting practice to the Bear Cubs on Jan. 24 2017.

[Photo] Checking in on former Bear Cubs in the MLB

Oliver Kindt, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2024
El Roy’s Mexican Grill provides many affordable options including their gordita, priced at $5 and piled high on fried masa with beans, onions, cilantro, your choice of meat, cheese and another piece of crispy masa on top.

Review: El Roy’s Mexican Grill

Albert Gregory, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 12, 2020
Entertainment recommendations from sidelined sportswriter

Entertainment recommendations from sidelined sportswriter

Albert Gregory, Special to The Oak Leaf
April 17, 2020
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[Photo] Excellent pitching not enough to save Bear Cubs’ season

Grayson Edgemon, Assistant Sports Editor
May 12, 2019
Santa Rosa Junior College starting pitcher Shane O'Malley had a 3.36 ERA and a 5-3 record entering Thursday's game.

[Photo] Bear Cubs enter playoffs on hot streak

Grayson Edgemon, Staff Writer
April 26, 2019
Centennial Series: Home ec to fashion entrepreneurship

Centennial Series: Home ec to fashion entrepreneurship

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
April 24, 2018
New Mobile App for The Oak Leaf News

New Mobile App for The Oak Leaf News

Attila LS Gero and Meghan Buckman
April 5, 2018
SRJC student Tyler-Avery Lewis (front) won the crown of Miss Sonoma County on March 4.

Meet Miss Sonoma County 2018

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
March 13, 2018

A Little Punchy Podcast: Celebrity Big Brother Week 1 Recap

Albert Gregory and Will Mathis
February 14, 2018
While some may love it, others rather do without it.

10 Ways to avoid Valentine’s Day

Meghan Buckman, Brandon McCapes, and
February 13, 2018
Co-Editor-in-Chief James Wyatt shoots footage of the devastation from a fallen shopping center in Fountaingrove as the ashes still smoldered on Oct. 10.

[Photo] The fire guided me through the dark

James Wyatt, Co-Editor-In-Chief
October 27, 2017
Students at the Winter Wellness Fair participate in activities to improve their success.

Winter Wellness Fair offers students tips and tricks to finish semester strong

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
December 12, 2017

A digital window into our past

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
December 12, 2017
Fairy tale faux: a review of Amanda Lovelace's recent novel

Fairy tale faux: a review of Amanda Lovelace’s recent novel

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
December 12, 2017
Student utilizes therapy dogs provided by Paws As Loving Support during the SRJC Strong event.

SRJC fire response prevents drop-outs

Rachel Edelstein and Meghan Buckman
November 16, 2017
Bear Cubs quarterback Zack Hugh runs for a first down en route to an overtime 39-32 win in the season finale against De Anza College.

[Photo] Bear Cubs finish season strong in OT thriller

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
November 14, 2017
Santa Rosa Junior College assistant football coach and outreach coordinator Logologoa “Logo” Tevaseu is suspected of murder in the DUI death of SSU junior Paulette Quiba, who was killed on her way home from a family celebration.

College communities react to arrest of SRJC coach for alleged murder of SSU student

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
November 14, 2017
Frozen Art located on Sebastopol Rd is a great way to stay refreshed no matter what time of year.

Frozen Art: a new twist on a classic dessert

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
November 14, 2017
Bay Area Band Together raised $23 million to support victims of the North Bay Fires.

#sonomastrong: Band Together Bay Area raises $23 million

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
November 14, 2017
Santa Rosa Junior College assistant football coach and outreach coordinator Logologoa “Logo” Tevaseu is suspected of murder in the DUI death of SSU junior Paulette Quiba, who was killed on her way home from a family celebration.

College communities react to arrest of SRJC coach for alleged murder of SSU student

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
November 14, 2017
Logologoa Tevaseu after his Nov. 5 arrest.

SRJC football coach arrested on suspicion of murder following drunk-driving incident

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
November 7, 2017
5 Ways to Fashionably Shop on a Budget

5 Ways to Fashionably Shop on a Budget

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
November 2, 2017
Michelle Poggi, Santa Rosa Junior College director of student outreach, lost her home in the devastating firestorm. Pool water became sludge filled with ash and other debris. PC James Wyatt

Memories: What can never be recovered will never be forgotten

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 31, 2017

Warning signs: SRJC baseball coach loses home, recovers coveted State Championship ring

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 31, 2017
Governor Jerry Brown walks into the Santa Rosa High School gym to address the community with Senator Diane Feinstein and Senator Kamala Harris.

‘We are not out of the woods yet’

Ali Benzerara and Albert Gregory
October 14, 2017
Over 60 active fires continue to destroy buildings, Oct. 9, in Santa Rosa like this house on Deer Park Lane.

SRJC campuses closed, fire engulfs city

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 14, 2017

Annadel aftermath

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 12, 2017
Evacuation buses roll into Sonoma State University as precautionary measures for students.

SSU closes dorms to students, entire campus closed

Ali Benzerara and Albert Gregory
October 11, 2017
The days after: Fountaingrove, Cardinal Newman and Coffey Park

The days after: Fountaingrove, Cardinal Newman and Coffey Park

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 11, 2017
The Bear Cubs hold a strong defense against their opponents.

[Photo] The Bear Cub’s defense holds on to force a draw in conference home opener

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
September 28, 2017
Jordan Diomande, 18, showing off his fall fashion.

SRJC student fashion profile

Meghan Buckman, Staff Writer
September 10, 2017
Freshmen defender Logan Zimmer leaps high to stop a ball heading towards the Bear Cub's net in Santa Rosa Junior College's 1-0 win over Napa Valley College on Sept. 14 at Cypher Cook Field.

[Photo] Bear Cubs get first home win

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
September 12, 2017
Biology Instructor Abigail Zoger is using a plant called Arabidopsis for CURE in her biology courses. She is bringing course-based undergraduate research into classrooms to give students experience with research.

[Photo] Biology instructor STEM’s new program

Charlotte Maxwell, Staff Writer
September 12, 2017
Santa Rosa Junior College loses their second game in a row to start the season 0-2. Their inconsistency at quarterback and youth at most positions has created an uphill battle this season.

Bear Cubs open season 0-2

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
September 9, 2017

Temp employees lose jobs as SRJC saves money

Albert Gregory and James Wyatt
May 16, 2017
Come check out all the fun events and activities at Day Under the Oaks Sunday May 7.

Day Under the Oaks

Albert Gregory, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2017
The Bear Cubs look on during their 13-8 victory over Reedley College on Cinco de Mayo.

[Photo] Bear Cubs smash 3 HR’s in Game 1 win

Wil Mathis, Contributing Writer
May 5, 2017
SRJC football warms up before competing against each other in the 2017 Spring Olympics.

[Photo] Bear Cubs football competes in Spring Olympics

April 25, 2017
A dab of beast mode.

Lynch navigates contract with Raiders

Albert Gregory, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2017

2016-17 NBA MVP race

Parker Dangers Oncken, Frank Sumrall, Will Mathis, Albert Gregory, and Ali Benzerara
April 11, 2017
Outfielder Benjamin Pigg and members of the Santa Rosa Junior College baseball team look on during game two of the Sac City Series.

[Photo] Nearly Swept: SRJC baseball wins final game in the Sac City Series

March 14, 2017
Santa Rosa Junior College rugby team start practice with scrumming drills with the forwards and second rows.

[Photo] Rugby bulldozes competition

Frank Sumrall, Contributing Editor
March 14, 2017
Neil Philipsen was found safe March 1, after missing for two days.

Missing SRJC student found

Albert Gregory, Editor-In-Chief
March 1, 2017
Connor Van Alstyne takes over for Jay Samonte as SRJC's tennis coach for the 2017 season.

A fresh face on the courts

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
December 13, 2016
Sophomore running back Zach Smith fights through tackles in the Bear Cubs 17-7 win in the Gridiron Classic Bowl on Nov. 19. Smith rushed for over 200 yards and was named MVP of the game.

Bear Cubs end season with Gridiron Classic Bowl win

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
November 19, 2016
SRJC sophomore wide receiver Ben Putman fights through multiple tackles and falls into the end zone to score one of seven receiving touchdowns for the Bear Cubs in their 53-30 win on Nov. 12.

SRJC wins final regular season game but misses out on playoffs

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
November 13, 2016
Bear Cubs sophomore forward Chris Ochoa pushes the ball past a defender and fakes out the opponents goalie to score SRJC's first goal.

SRJC keeps streak alive in comeback win

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
November 10, 2016
Freshman point guard Justin Frazier pulls up and makes a mid-range jumper in SRJC's 91-84 overtime victory over Foothill College on Nov. 11 at Haehl Pavilion.

Bear Cubs win in overtime

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
November 11, 2016
The Feminists United Club created a poster on negative social perceptions of gender for their Take Back the Night event on Oct. 25.

SRJC students take back the night

Meghan Buckman, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2016
San Mateo players gang tackle Bear Cubs' running back Ja'Narrick James in SRJC's 26-23 loss in the Bay 6 Championship.

SRJC loses the Bay 6 Conference Championship

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
November 5, 2016
SRJC's Jay Ferguson leaps over the pile at the goal line to score a touchdown on a one yard run at Bailey Field.

Conference Championship bound: SRJC will play College of San Mateo for the Bay 6 Championship

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 30, 2016
Defensive back Justin Tauaefa makes a tackle to save a touchdown in SRJC's 34-21 loss to San Francisco City College on Oct. 22.

Costly mistakes: SRJC suffers first loss of season, puts No. 1 ranking in jeopardy

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 25, 2016
SRJC quarterback Mitch Hood hands-off to running back Ja'Narrick James. James had 10 carries for 92 yards against Contra Costa on Oct. 15.

SRJC’s defense proves again why it’s the best in California

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 15, 2016
SRJC defensive back Keith Benjamin intercepts a pass and returns it 47 yards for a touchdown on Oct. 1.

SRJC heads into conference season undefeated

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 13, 2016
Kaepernick: The message gets lost in the method

Kaepernick: The message gets lost in the method

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 9, 2016
Keith Benjamin intercepts pass and returns it 47 yards for Santa Rosa Junior College's first touchdown on Oct. 1

No. 1 SRJC shutout Sierra College

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
October 2, 2016
Bear Cubs Escape to Remain Undefeated

Bear Cubs Escape to Remain Undefeated

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
September 27, 2016
Dominic Laird fights off a would-be tackler and advances the ball up the pitch.

[Photo] Briggs leads Bear Cubs to 2-0 victory over San Francisco

Lachlan Irvine, Staff Writer
September 14, 2016
Santa Rosa Junior College running back Ja'Narrick James cuts through two San Joaquin Delta defensive players in a blowout 55-23 SRJC victory Sept. 17 at Bailey Field.

Bear Cubs’ offense explodes against Mustangs

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
September 18, 2016
SRJC sophomore wrestler Paris Henry fights for position in his winning match against a Chabot College wrestler.

[Photo] Rolling out the mats: SRJC Bear Cubs prepare for new season

Tom Rivas, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Sophomore defensive back Justin Tauaefa extends his body and grabs one of the five interceptions by the Bear Cubs' defense on Sept.10.

Top 10 Battle: No. 6 SRJC football beats No. 10 Fresno

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
September 13, 2016
Bear Cubs' wide receiver Albert Beltran makes a tough one-handed, 28-yard reception at Butte's 4-yard line in SRJC's 17-7 victory over Butte College Sept. 3 at Bailey Field.

Bear Cubs’ defense carries team to victory

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
September 3, 2016
SRJC sophomore starting quarterback Mitch Hood scans the field during a team scrimmage Aug. 20.

Bear Cubs are all in to win State

Albert Gregory, Sports Editor
August 25, 2016
Phillip “Scooby” Wright was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the 250th pick in the 2016 NFL draft. Wright’s dad is the SRJC softball coach.

To the NFL: SRJC softball coach’s son drafted by Cleveland Browns

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
May 16, 2016
Sports Briefs

Sports Briefs

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
April 24, 2016
Bear Cub smashes her way to success

Bear Cub smashes her way to success

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
April 11, 2016
Right: Bear Cub tennis players Betsy Samonte and Coral Imnhoff celebrate their 8-0 victory Feb. 26 against American River College. SRJC women’s is undefeated this season.

SRJC women’s tennis team smashes opponent as men’s team suffers brutal shutout

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
The University of Clemon’s cornerback, Mackensie Alexander, performed well in college and earned himself a first round selection. The Oakland Raiders aim to use their 14th pick in the 2016 NFL draft in April.

Addressing their needs: Raiders look to improve with 2016 draft picks

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016

Bear Cubs dominate in second conference meet

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 27, 2016

Bear Cubs improve to 4-0 with easy victory

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 27, 2016
Bear Cubs men’s tennis members get set during a practice match.

Women’s tennis rolling, men’s stays idle

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
Draymond Green remains under the spotlight of Stephen Curry despite monstrous numbers.

Draymond Green is the true leader of the Dubs’

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016

Women’s tennis thrives, as men’s hopes to survive

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
Taylor Fatherree, president of the Model Arab League, describes her trip to Qatar as a whirlwind, as she had the opportunity to absorb the country’s culture and customs.

To Qatar and back: An SRJC student’s enlightening experience in the Middle East

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 7, 2016

Bear cubs cruise by with an easy win

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 6, 2016