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 photo of Santa Rosa Junior College's logo.

SRJC will remain mostly online for Fall 2021

Jonathan Bigall, Editor
April 8, 2021
The Santa Rosa Junior College Student Government Assembly logo.

SGA debates letter supporting racial minorities, announces upcoming events

Audrey Fry, Reporter
April 8, 2021

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 19

Maritza Camacho, Editor
April 7, 2021
A photo illustration reading "SoCo Local Theater Roundup, April 2021."

Sonoma County local theater roundup: April 4–May 1

Jessica Johnson, Reporter
April 4, 2021
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

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 18

Maritza Camacho, Editor
April 2, 2021
A collection of snapshots of Paradise High School teachers and students from "Last Days at Paradise High."

High school seniors with unwanted wisdom: The takeaway from “Last Days at Paradise High”

Lauren A. Spates, Editor
March 31, 2021
High schoolers sit in a makeshift auditorium after their high school's town was burnt down by the 2018 Camp Fire.

“Last Days at Paradise High”: Wildfire trauma meets high school drama

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 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

Here for the Instagram Followers Ep. 17

Maritza Camacho, Editor
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
The album cover of Anuel AA and Ozuna's "Los Dioses," featuring the men standing in a smoky room wearing dark clothing.

“Los Dioses”: Anuel AA & Ozuna live up to the hype

Jennifer Sawhney, Reporter
March 18, 2021
SRJC Band and Orchestra, led by Jerome Fleg, presented a 35-minute virtual set March 13 on YouTube.

SRJC Band and Orchestra premieres first spring concert “Groovin’ High”

Harvey Rouleau IV, Reporter
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 cover of a biography of Hannibal, one of the most feared and cunning army generals of his time, written by Dr. Patrick Hunt.

Hannibal’s secret weapon: A lecture by Dr. Patrick Hunt

Jennifer Do and Sophia Ginsberg
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
A poster for SRJC Theatre Arts' performance of "She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms" featuring a silhouette of a person with a sword.

SRJC Theatre Arts presents an homage to the supremely nerdy with “She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms”

Tucker Lang, Editor
March 12, 2021
A person sits at a desk taking notes and watching a lecture on their computer screen.

SRJC should embrace a hybrid digital-and-in-person learning model — in perpetuity

The Oak Leaf Editorial Board
March 11, 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 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
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