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

Devin Marshall, Senior Staff Writer

All content by Devin Marshall
XCOM: Chimera Squad is a pretty decent expansion for the price you pay.

XCOM: Chimera Squad review

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
June 2, 2020
Pupuseria Salvedoreñas' in Santa Rosa serves corn and chicken tamales, pictured here wrapped in plastic.

Review: Pupuseria Salvedoreñas

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Santa Rosa Junior College will not hold an in-person commencement ceremony after the Spring 2020 semester due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Opinion: Graduating without graduation

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020
Oak Leaf staffer Arthur Gonzalez Martin prepared for work as a gig economy delivery driver.

New economy, new gig

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020

Coronavirus Q&A: Student Health Services

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 22, 2020
SRJC students can visit their student portal and click SGA Spring 2020 Election to vote for their representatives.

SRJC student government elections open through midnight April 17

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 15, 2020
Skull is one of five board games recommended to beat the boredom under Sonoma County's shelter-in-place order dictating social distancing.

Board games to beat boredom; Five not-digital games to entertain during shelter-in-place

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020
“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin and Stephen Howe
March 12, 2020
By the second era, "The Colonists"'s play area is crowded with cards, notes and game pieces.

Back to the “Colonies”

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 15, 2018
Wargaming: Strategic military operation play

Wargaming: Strategic military operation play

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 3, 2018
A Santa Rosa Junior College combat class practices boxing on Bailey Field.

Centennial Series: A history of combative fitness classes at Santa Rosa Junior College

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 17, 2018
The gear of a D&D role player.

The ‘Big Dungeon Day’

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
March 27, 2018
Black Panther is a great step for filmmaking, but it's not going to topple "Malcolm X" or "12 Years a Slave" anytime soon.

Black Panther: a great mark for filmmaking, but underwhelming

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
March 1, 2018
Vegans grind my gears

Vegans grind my gears

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
February 27, 2018
Warrior winning after the match.

[Photo] Here there be LARPing

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
May 14, 2017

SRJC BOOKstore looks baren after official outsourcing

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, staff photographer
May 16, 2017

ASL picnic

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
May 14, 2017
The action movie that questions humanity, but it lacks originality.

A Shell of Its Source

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 12, 2017
Hundreds of people take to the Santa Rosa streets March 18 demanding increased rights for the transgender community after Preisdent Donald Trump rolled back federal guidelines concerning bathroom usage.

[Photo] Justice Beyond Gender: Activists push for increased transgender awareness

Simon Isaksson, Executive Editor & Co-News Editor
April 10, 2017
Audience attentively watches the selection of shorts, some submitted by SRJC students, on the Petaluma campus April 7.

[Photo] Short Films: Petaluma film fest showcases visually pleasing cinematography from local aspiring film makers

Grant Wetmore, Opinion Editor
April 10, 2017
SRJC students play board games and video games to relieve stress at the various clubs located on the Petaluma Campus.

Creative minds come together in Petaluma campus clubs

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
March 13, 2017
BSONLINE

[Photo] International corporation takes over SRJC bookstores

Simon Isaksson, Executive Editor & Co-News Editor
March 14, 2017

Nothing short of amazing

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
February 28, 2017

Behind the Wheel: Working for Uber and Lyft

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
February 28, 2017
Streaming now on Netflix!

Netflix’s Original Anime: Seven Deadly Sins Review

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer/ Photographer
February 7, 2017
Former Bear Cub and Major Leaguer Jason Lane throws batting practice to the Bear Cubs on Jan. 24. Lane played for the San Diego Padres and Houston Astros during his career and currently is the assistant hitting coach for the Milwaukee Brewers.

[Photo] Baseball: State title defense begins Jan. 27

Will Mathis, Baseball Analyst
January 26, 2017

Five horrifying video games

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
December 15, 2016

‘Fantastic Beasts’ not quite fantastic

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
December 15, 2016
Make your own wreaths

[Photo] DIY holidays

Devin Schwarz and Carin McKenna Huber, Editor-in-Chief and Opinion Editor
December 15, 2016
Mochi doesn’t need to only be in milk tea, take it to go and enjoy for later. Pop it in the fridge for a semi-soft treat.

[Photo] Quick bites

December 15, 2016
Cowboy Bebop's cast from left to right: Spike, Ein, Edward, Faye and Jet Black

Four anime for beginners

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
December 13, 2016
The public explored the new SMART trains at the Nov. 18 open house. The train offers commuters eco friendly transportation.

SMART train; Smart commuter

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
December 13, 2016
The accident caused the car to flip on its side in the middle of Mendocino Avenue next to SRJC.

Police investigating another serious traffic collision along Mendocino Ave.

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin and Erin George
November 29, 2016
Image courtesy of ign.com

‘Civilization VI’ continues the legacy in style

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
November 15, 2016
Prop 63 sensibility

Prop 63 sensibility

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
October 25, 2016
Plunge into Hot Couture, on Wilson and Third Street for vintage clothing along with extensive service for costume rentals.

[Photo] Dress to Impress

Rachel Genthe, Assistant A&E Editor
October 25, 2016

[Photo] Police seek suspect near campus: Sexual assault at Mendocino and Ridgeway

James Wyatt, News Editor
October 25, 2016
Some participants at this year's Toy Con chose to cosplay.

[Photo] Santa Rosa Toy Con 2016

Arthur Gonzales-Martin, Senior Staff Photographer
October 22, 2016
Bill Michell stands in front of a group of his colleagues thanking them for his surprise 90th birthday party on Oct. 7.

[Photo] SRJC instructor and War Hero Turns 90

Grant Wetmore, Staff Writer
October 11, 2016
Just a short walk from the main campus, Santa Rosa Junior College’s Culinary Cafe serves up delicious restaurant-quality food at reasonable prices.

Quick Bites

Rachel Genthe, Kevin Lipe, Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, and Celine Gossage
October 10, 2016
HOPE program director Jeannie Dulberg, right, with a new student, wants to see more minority students enter professions like nursing and medical assisting.

[Photo] HOPE: New center reaches out to minority health students

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016
Santa Rosa Junior College forward Samuel Richter defends the ball from a Modesto Junior College player in SRJC's 3-2 win Oct. 4 at Cook Sypher Field

[Photo] Bear Cubs recover from slow start for 3-2 win

Will Mathis, Co-Editor-In-Chief
October 6, 2016
Come check out all the fun events and activities at Day Under the Oaks Sunday May 7.

[Photo] Student homelessness hits home

Catherine Ramirez and Celine Gossage
September 28, 2016
After a reported $700,000 deficit, SRJC officials debate outsourcing the bookstore.

[Photo] Lost in debt: Campus bookstore may outsource to retail giants to offset deficit

Luke Straub, Staff Writer
September 27, 2016
New classroom seating arrangements emphasizes flexibility. Desks and chairs on wheels can be configured for group or individual use.

[Photo] Envisioning the future: College debuts new high-tech classrooms

Erin George, Staff Writer
September 27, 2016
From tabletop to laptop, top 5 online card games

From tabletop to laptop, top 5 online card games

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Senior staff photographer
September 15, 2016
The Shone Farm stand offers a wide variety of produce ranging from peppers to strawberries. Located on the corner of Mendocino and Carr Avenues, the stand is open noon-6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.

[Photo] SRJC’s Shone Farm stand shines

Rachel Genthe, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Dr. Brenda Flyswithhawks has been everything from a war nurse in Vietnam to an advocate for indigenous people's rights. She has been described as a hands-on teacher who never hesitates to help a student that's struggling.

Doctor Flyswithhawks helps others by teaching tolerance

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 17, 2016

The dub/ sub debate

Arthur Gonzalez Martin, Staff Writer
May 17, 2016
Action scenes were action packed but flaws in character execution and overall laziness made this film fall flat.

Batman vs. Superman, dawn of boredom

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 24, 2016
Despite enumerable parking areas, finding a spot could prove a challenge.

New SRJC parking lot now open

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 12, 2016
Hot, cold, sandwich gold: Alternatives to Subway for your lunchtime needs

Hot, cold, sandwich gold: Alternatives to Subway for your lunchtime needs

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
February 9, 2016
Pathfinder 3.7.5 Review (Podcast)

Pathfinder 3.7.5 Review (Podcast)

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Carin Huber, Alex T. Randolph, and Devin Schwarz
November 17, 2015
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[Photo] Personal Privacy Protection Act threatens transgender privacy

Carin Huber, Opinion Editor
October 13, 2015
The remains of a Middletown apartment complex.

[Photo] Valley Fire hits close to home

Catherine Ramirez and Brendan Dorsey
September 29, 2015
The 2010 updated edition of the game features spookier cover art and good ambiance for starting up the game.

Saturday night’s all right (for stabbing) [Review]

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
October 30, 2014
A release poster showing several of the character class options.

A good day for a run [Game Review]

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
October 8, 2014

Webcomics for beginners [Review]

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
September 23, 2014