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
La Onda brings Latin heat to the North Bay

La Onda brings Latin heat to the North Bay

Bryan Fructuoso-Zurita, Reporter & Photographer
June 2, 2025
Benson Boone performs, "Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else," on the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Napa.

Views from BottleRock 2025

Nathan Kaito Morris, Rosemary Cromwell, and Nick Vides
May 26, 2025
Noah Kahan duets at the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Sunday, May 25, 2025 in Napa.

Khruangbin and Noah Kahan electrify BottleRock Day 3

Emelle Raschein and Rosemary Cromwell
May 26, 2025
Justin Timberlake orchestrates the crowd through the chorus of, "No Angels," on the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Napa.

Benson Boone, Justin Timberlake dazzle while Ice Cube lights up BottleRock Day 2

Zoë Steiner and Nathan Kaito Morris
May 24, 2025
Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day jams out on his guitar, playing "Holiday" on the JaM Cellars main stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Friday, May 23, 2025 in Napa.

Green Day, Sublime mosh up Day 1 of BottleRock Napa Valley

Hana Seals and Nick Vides
May 23, 2025
Signs above the shelves at OP Comics and Games show the three most popular card games.

Which trading card game is right for you?

Max Underdown, Reporter
May 16, 2025
“Deep Fried Friendz” by Willow McMinn. Each piece in her collection is inspired by the model wearing the outfit, reflecting their personality. McMinn follows her models and collection on the runway at the “Wild Metropolis” fashion show on May 1, at the Clocktower Plaza on the Petaluma campus.

SRJC Fashion Studies’ show “Wild Metropolis” speaks to the natural world

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
May 16, 2025
Graphical layout from The Oak Leaf Magazine designed by Nathan Kaito Morris and Rosemary Cromwell using photos from Cromwell and co-author Zoe Steiner.

5 Things to Know Before Studying Abroad

Rosemary Cromwell and Zoë Steiner
May 14, 2025
(Bottom) Unedited photos from Ellie Kohtz's iPhone 15. (Top) Kohtz's photos made using iPhone editing tools.

Shot on iPhone

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
May 14, 2025
Occupanology is the study and taxonomic classification of plastic bread clips, a niche and silly hobby that has been adopted by thousands of people.

I studied bread clip science to keep my spirit from going stale

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
May 14, 2025
Come find your next joint at one of the many dispensaries highlighted on Kevin's smoke safari tour.

Smoke Safari: Where to Pick Up Your Next Joint

Kevin Terlizzi-Bowes, Podcast Editor
May 13, 2025
A smooth latte with a comforting aroma paired with a fluffy almond croissant from Petaluma Tea & Coffee on 212 2nd St. makes for a nice morning.

The Shift to Local Coffee: Ditching Corporate Chains for Community- Oriented Cafes

Destiny Quiroz-Lindauer, Reporter
May 13, 2025
Individual video game prices are only getting higher and higher, and luckily there exist older games on modern consoles that are friendly to a college student's budget.

Three budget friendly re-released games that are worth playing

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2025
Forbidden Kiss invites costumed audience members to an impromptu costume contest on April 18, 2025.

Geeks celebrated at monthly Forbidden Kiss burlesque show at The California Theatre

Archie Henderson, Reporter
May 10, 2025
Student filmmakers and their families gathered for a meet and greet before the festival in the student lounge at the SRJC Petaluma campus on Friday, April 4.

Horror, laughs and romance abound at 17th annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival

Max Underdown, Reporter
May 6, 2025

Coast Kitchen: Sonoma Coast’s Juxtaposition

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
May 3, 2025
Students for Recovery aims to bring the SRJC community together in a social advocacy event Thursday, May 1 at The Student Activities Center in Bertolini Hall.

SRJC Students For Recovery Club to host social advocacy event to spread drug misuse and mental health awareness

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 28, 2025
Leave no trace: an extinguished campfire and a stack of firewood for the next camper are the only remains of a camping trip at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, March 21, 2025

Tomales Bay camping: an adventure worth taking

Henry Fliflet, Reporter
April 24, 2025
Maya Tuchband as Chris Gorman and Emerson Reynolds as Claire Ganz in SRJC's Spring 2025 production of "Rumors" on April 17, 2025.

SRJC’s “Rumors”: Chaos at its peak hilarity

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief
April 24, 2025
J-hope of BTS speaking to the fans during a sold out show at Oakland Arena on March 31, 2025. K-pop idols work hard to embrace their fans and provide a meaningful experience for their community.

OPINION: KPOP is more than just music, it’s community

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
April 22, 2025
José González, founder of Latino Outdoors, speaks during the DeDe and David Del Monte Lecture Series at Santa Rosa Junior College on April 14, 2025.

José González calls for radical reconnections at SRJC Del Monte Lecture

Samantha Arnott, Reporter
April 22, 2025
Wandering a dispensary for your first time can feel more disorienting than the Bermuda Triangle, but this guide will lead you through the treacherous fog.

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to Navigating Dispensaries

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 19, 2025
While it’s fun to clear every bong and house every joint, it’s important to pace yourself so you don’t end your night with an anxiety attack and your head in the toilet.

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to Greening Out

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Filmmaker Zaya Benazzo, co-director of The Wisdom of Trauma, answers a question from the audience during a Q&A session April 9 at Santa Rosa Junior College. Benazzo, originally from Bulgaria, shared her experiences working with Dr. Gabor Maté and emphasized the importance of reframing trauma as disconnection from the self.

SRJC Students for Recovery Club host film screening to spread awareness of addiction and trauma

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College’s Second Chance Club supports formerly incarcerated students by offering a judgment-free space where all are welcomed and valued.

SRJC Second Chance Club holds second annual art show

Jesus Lopez Cruz, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Every college student’s dream night: good friends, good weed and a good story to tell the next day. But what exactly does creating these memories entail — other than getting so high you barely remember them?

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to a Blunt Rotation: Your Introduction to the World of Weed Etiquette

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 16, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College's World Languages Department hosts the sixth annual world languages fair near Emeritus and Plover Hall on Thursday, April, 17, 2025.

World Languages Department to Host Intercultural Celebration

Samantha Arnott, Reporter
April 15, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College's Students for Recovery club will showcase the film, "The Wisdom of Trauma," in Newman Auditorium at Emeritus Hall on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Santa Rosa.

SRJC Students for Recovery showcase “The Wisdom of Trauma”

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 8, 2025
Mobile game developer TapBlaze recently released its second restaurant simulator, "Good Coffee, Great Coffee," which offers fun play...with some hiccups.

“Good Coffee, Great Coffee”: Is it that sweet? I’d say so!

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
March 31, 2025
"The current political moment is extremely troubling but none of us are powerless. Ultimately, power caves to power from the masses of people who have been mobilized," Fairey said via a spokesperson while working this year in Thailand. A photo of guns filled with roses is one of Fairey's more iconic works and is displayed at the Herold Mahoney Library for Spring 2025 in Petaluma.

International street artist and activist Shepard Fairey is “On the Wall” in Petaluma

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
March 27, 2025
Sushi Koshō is one of numerous restaurants providing a plethora of cuisine in The Barlow in Sebastopol, joining the likes of Acre Pizza and Fern Bar along the main thoroughfare — McKinley Street.

Sushi Kosho: Instagrammable but Inconsistent

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
March 27, 2025
Showgoers hang out outside of Taqueria Mila between sets at a show on March 8, 2024.

Taqueria Mila: Santa Rosa’s most unconventional music venue

Ziggy Leon Carrillo, Reporter
March 25, 2025
Lee Stumbaugh filters through records while searching for a gem at The Last Record Store on Mendocino Boulevard on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Three stores for physical media surrounding SRJC

Archie Henderson, Reporter
March 25, 2025
The entrance to the patio at Rocker Oysterfeller's overlooks the bay and fishing dock. On Friday Feb 28

Rocker Oysterfeller’s at Lucas Wharf: A must-try stop in Bodega Bay

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
March 6, 2025
Cock Robin in Sebastopol has patio tables and bench chairs that offer community-friendly seating inside and outside of the restaurant. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025.

Cock Robin: Bringing a taste of the Midwest to West County

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
March 6, 2025
Lizzy Bies as Vice Principal Panch (center) cracks a joke as the Spelling Bee is about to begin.

SRJC’s “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Hilarious but a tad messy with the music

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief
March 4, 2025
Entries for the 17th Annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival are open until March 3. The accepted entries are to be announced March 14.

SRJC to host 17th annual student film festival

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
March 1, 2025
Christopher West's untitled pieces adorn the entry to the SRJC Faculty Art Show from Feb. 18 to April 4 at the Robert F. Agrella Art Gallery.

Robert F. Agrella Gallery in Doyle Library displays faculty art show

Max Underdown, Reporter
February 27, 2025
Despite being released in 2023, Jake Bittle's "The Great Displacement: Climate Change and The Next American Migration" is as timely as ever.

“The Great Displacement”: An older but timely book everyone should read

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
February 24, 2025
Restaurant Week provides the community an opportunity to explore the best food and wine Sonoma County has to offer from Monday, Feb. 24 to Sunday, March 2.

More than 80 restaurants to participate in the 16th annual Sonoma County Restaurant Week

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
February 20, 2025
Dr. Eric Atkinson shares his collection of comic books featuring people of color and their representation across modern history at the SRJC Multicultural Museum.

SRJC Multicultural Museum features Black comic book character history exhibit

Max Underdown, Reporter
February 20, 2025
The Santa Rosa Junior College Theatre Arts department will feature "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" in the Burbank Auditorium Main Theater from February 28 - March 9, 2025.

SRJC Theatre Arts to host “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
February 15, 2025
Five perfect films to cure the pain of being alone on Valentine’s Day.

Fading into film: Five movies to distract you during Valentine’s Day celebrations

Hana Seals, Editor
February 14, 2025
“Howl’s Moving Castle” is a magical voyage through a war-torn world packed with gorgeous scenery and a soundtrack that will instantly transport you to a windswept field of wildflowers, making it a perfect Valentine's Day adventure.

Ghibli movies to watch on Valentines Day

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
February 14, 2025
The great TikTok block was quite the surprise to everyone opening the app for their content fix. The sudden loss of the beloved app left U.S. users scrambling for an alternative.

Clock runs out: The night TikTok went dark

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
February 13, 2025
Slow Co. Pizza, Cotati's latest pizzeria is located downtown near La Plaza Park and is open Tuesday through Saturday.

Slow Co. Pizza: A one-stop shop for your pizza needs in Cotati

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
February 13, 2025
ClusterFunk Studios co-founders Brittany Lee and Tyler Ann Shahan will host “Master Peace & Mocktails” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 12 in Bertolini Hall.

SRJC to host “Master Peace & Mocktails” art and music event for Black History Month

Destiny Quiroz-Lindauer, Reporter
February 10, 2025
Grossman’s Noshery and Bar offers a multitude of deli-inspired options for lunch in Historic Railroad Square, Santa Rosa.

Grossman’s Noshery and Bar: A Jewish deli-inspired hotspot for almost any craving

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
February 4, 2025
Two audition opportunities will take place to accommodate the differing schedules and availability of the SRJC community and high school students.

SRJC Dance program to hold auditions for spring 2025 performance

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief
January 22, 2025
An art piece by Takashi Murakami used as poster art for his "Unfamiliar People - Swelling of ?Monsterized Human Ego" 2023 San Francisco exhibit.

The most interesting classes for your spring semester

Kevin Terlizzi-Bowes, Journalist
January 9, 2025

Student on the Street: Winter Break

Bryan Fructuoso and Samantha Carter
December 21, 2024
Dry ice cascades over an impressive three tiered treats stand during afternoon tea service at the Ivy, Chelsea Garden in London.

Trendy, Touristy, and Traditional: 3 High Teas to Try in London

Ellie Hokerson-Brun, London Reporter
December 19, 2024
Participants gather in the Burbank Auditorium lobby to take photos and celebrate a night of talent and community at La Carpa on Nov. 22, 2024.

La Carpa celebrates talent, culture and heritage

Bryan Fructuoso
December 13, 2024
A board among a holiday spread with locally sourced cheeses, salami, blackberries, and rosemary. The produce is sourced from the Marin French Cheese Company and Oliver's Market in Cotati, CA on Dec. 25, 2023.

Cristan’s Christmas Culinary Classics

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
December 9, 2024
Kebab Koobideh takes center stage at Berenjak. Persian restaurants aren’t very common in the world due to the amount of time and energy that most Persian dishes take to cook, and the expensive spices like saffron that most dishes require. Fesenjan (pomegranate chicken) and Gormeh Sabzi (lamb, herb, and saffron stew), two classic Iranian stews each take several hours to cook and prepare.

A Taste of Comfort: Berenjak in Soho, London

Nauder Maghsoodnia, London Reporter
December 8, 2024
An advertisement at Lambeth North Underground Station. The Lion King musical has ran an ad campaign on the tube for the last month and a half.

Lion King on Stage Roars Into Action at Lyceum Theatre

Joseph Tugwell, London Reporter
December 5, 2024
Toconoco's play den pulses with creativity and imagination, filling the space with spirited energy. The London-based cafe in Hackney is a safe haven for families to enjoy a nourishing meal.

Sanctuary: Toconoco Is A Cozy Retreat From The Chaos of London

Joe Tourk, London Reporter
December 5, 2024
The Toyota AE86 sits in the shade at Santa Rosa Cars & Coffee in the Coddingtown Shopping Center parking-lot on June 9, 2024.

Cars and Coffee Draws an Eclectic Crowd to Coddingtown Mall

Henry Fliflet, Reporter
December 1, 2024
Mexican Chilli and Lime is our our fan-favorite in the hot flavor category. England is infamous for its tolerance to spice.

Study Abroad Students Rank U.K. Pringles

Diego Cruz, London Reporter
November 19, 2024
The Demorriors stall at Camden Market in London is overrun with soft one-eyed creatures.

Top Five Camden Market Hidden Gems

Kate Owen Dildine, London Reporter
November 12, 2024
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