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
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 still from "Judas and the Black Messiah featuring Daniel Kaluuya as Fred Hampton.

The good, the bad and the contradictions of “Judas and the Black Messiah”

Liam Vinueza, Editor
March 9, 2021
A Zoom meeting screenshot with Max Rudin, Brent Hayes Edwards and Rafia Zafar

Poet of the people: The Library of America discusses Langston Hughes

Fay Rasmuson, Reporter
March 9, 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
“Psychologically, taking the time to do something for yourself is really powerful and not just in a physical aspect. It makes you feel happier, more energetic and you can accomplish more ultimately,” certified personal trainer Myriah Volk says.

Healthy habits in a painful pandemic

Fay Rasmuson, Reporter
March 2, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 16

Maritza Camacho, 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

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

The Oak Leaf Staff
February 27, 2021
From "She Kills Monsters" to "The Mystery of Love and Sex," watching online performances from local theatre is a great way to support the arts virtually.

Sonoma County local theater roundup: Feb. 25–March 19

Jessica Johnson, Reporter
February 25, 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
Bad Bunny hits all the expected notes and some new ones on his peak thus far, "EL ÚLTIMO TOUR DEL MUNDO."

Bad Bunny is at his peak on “El ÚLTIMO TOUR DEL MUNDO”

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 20, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 15

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 20, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 14

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 20, 2021
"Medicine at Midnight" is a weak, toothless entry in Foo Fighters' discography and proof that just doing the bare minimum isn't enough.

Foo Fighters disappoint with the middling “Medicine at Midnight”

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
February 18, 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
SRJC alum Peltz The Prodigy's mournful yet inspirational solo debut "Lessons from Losses" is full of vulnerable, low-key bangers.

SRJC alum Peltz The Prodigy mourns and reflects on inspiring new album “Lessons from Losses”

Tucker Lang, Editor
February 16, 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
Romance is in the air in these eight films for brightening the mood or dimming the lights.

Eight romance films at your fingertips this Valentine’s Day

Cass Stewart and Sophia Ginsberg
February 14, 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

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 13

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 9, 2021
All U.S. citizens should be able to pass the naturalization test that is required for immigrants to obtain citizenship.

Opinion: I don’t want ignorant people making decisions that affect my life

Michael Combs, Editor
February 9, 2021
"OK Human" sees Weezer capture the same lovable personality that they debuted with, now wrapped in a lavishly arranged package.

Weezer delivers a baroque take on its sound with the grand yet quaint “OK Human”

Tucker Lang, Editor
February 4, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 12

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 4, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 11

Maritza Camacho, Editor
February 4, 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
What we learned from 2020

What we learned from 2020

Oak Leaf Editorial Board
January 16, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 10

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
January 16, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 9

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
January 16, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 8

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
January 16, 2021
For his inciting role in yesterday's incident at Capitol Hill, the President must be removed from office.

The President incited a terrorist attack yesterday

Oak Leaf Editorial Board
January 7, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 7

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
December 31, 2020

Here for the Instagram Followers Podcast Ep. 5

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
December 30, 2020

Here for the Right Reasons Podcast Ep. 4

Maritza Camacho and Willow Ornellas
December 19, 2020
SRJC students weigh in on the outcome of the 2020 election.

Election reflection: SRJC students weigh in on Biden, division and two-party fatigue

Lilia Epstein, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Elementary school students are struggling to stay engaged in online Zoom classes.

Opinion: Why online learning is more difficult for elementary school students than college students

Maritza Camacho, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Despite tone-deaf decisions made by the Recording Academy this year, they remain a relevant cultural force in the music industry.

Opinion: The Grammys are (unfortunately) still relevant

Tucker Lang, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Left-handed people make up 10% of the world's population, but the world doesn't make enough accommodations for lefties.

Opinion: The world needs to be more left-handed

Willow Ornellas, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
"Mank" is candy for Old Hollywood enthusiasts, a 2021 Academy Awards heavyweight and one of the best films in David Fincher's filmography.

“Mank”: Fincher’s fossilized feature feels fresh

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2020
"Softie" is a revolutionary documentary about Kenyan photojournalist Boniface Mwangi and his subsequent turns as an activist and political candidate.

“Softie”: A film all hopeful activists must watch

Liam Vinueza, Staff Writer
December 8, 2020

Here for the Right Reasons Podcast Ep. 3

Maritza Camacho, Tucker Lang, and Willow Ornellas
December 8, 2020
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

Here for the Right Reasons Podcast: Ep. 1

Maritza Camacho, Tucker Lang, and Willow Ornellas
November 24, 2020

Houseplants for beginners

Willow Ornellas, Staff Writer
November 23, 2020
Cover of the album "Danger Days" by My Chemical Romance. A white spider graphic on top of a picture of a mountain in a desert during golden hour.

A decade later, “Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys” can finally be appreciated as the masterpiece it is

Cass Stewart, Staff Writer
November 22, 2020
A man wearing a mask behind a cashier desk surrounded by tin-type portraits

Jeremiah’s Photo Corner: Keeping film photography alive in Sonoma County

Aryk Copley, Staff Writer
November 19, 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

Experienced backpacker reviews popular sleeping bag styles

Michael Combs, Staff Writer
November 19, 2020
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