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
Marijuana plant during its flowering stage. It will soon be harvested and trimmed.

Millennials normalize marijuana in a changing culture

Chelsea Wood, Staff Writer
November 14, 2017
Read a Q and A with nine new SRJC faculty members.

Meet the new SRJC faculty

Charlotte Maxwell, Staff Writer
November 14, 2017
Chadwick Tatum, 30, is one of three sign spinners employed at Canevari's Deli in Santa Rosa.

Canevari’s off the menu special

Michael Barnes, Co-Features Editor
November 14, 2017
Santa Rosa Junior College student Alex Simms had to flee the Tubbs Fire twice on the night of Oct. 9. Simms’ anxiousness to resume her routine drove her to return to school as soon as possible. PC Rachel Edelstein

Feeling the loss

Charlotte Maxwell and Rachel Edelstein
October 31, 2017
Kiani Bush is trying to resume classes at the SRJC this semester after losing her home on Oct. 9. She lost all of her school supplies and textbooks in the blaze. PC Rachel Edelstein

In the knick of time

Rachel Edestein, Web Editor
October 31, 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
Jesus “Chuy” Valencia, SRJC student and chef, cooks for evacuees near Oakville.

Bear Cubs respond when tragedy hits

Chelsea Wood and Jose Gonzalez
October 31, 2017
Rincon Valley fire investigator shares her story

Rincon Valley fire investigator shares her story

Jett Williams, Deputy A&E Editor
October 31, 2017
SRJC student Nathan Lauterbach doesn’t recognize the hill where his family home once stood. The entire landscape was destroyed by the fire, along with his neighborhood. PC Rachel Edelstein

Surrounded by flames

Rachel Edlestein, Web Editor
October 31, 2017
Antes y durante las fotos de la casa de Daisy Garnica en Coffey Park.

Estudiante Pierde Su Casa en Tubbs Fire

Jose Gonzalez, Staff Writer
October 31, 2017

Memories lost

Michael Barnes, Co-Features Editor
October 31, 2017

Students return to normalcy

James Wyatt, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2017

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

Albert Gregory, Managing Editor
October 31, 2017

SRJC student narrowly escapes fire

Dakota McGranahan, Photo Editor
October 31, 2017

Former SRJC Instructor loses home

Michael Barnes, Co-Features Editor
October 31, 2017
JC students return to rubble after Tubbs Fire destroyed their homes

JC students return to rubble after Tubbs Fire destroyed their homes

October 21, 2017
The ROSE-ilience of a devastated community

The ROSE-ilience of a devastated community

Michael Barnes, Co-Features Editor
October 15, 2017
Ethan De Seife and his family

SRJC instructor loses home; gofundme campaign raises over $25,000

Michael Barnes, Deputy Editor
October 15, 2017
Sandy McLennon (Left) and Jennifer Jacobs (Right) are vital sources of information for the deaf community.

Smoke Signals: How the deaf stay informed during a crisis

Michael Barnes, Assistant Features Editor
October 14, 2017
The charred remains of SRJC adjunct instructor, Ty Benoit's home, in the Wikiup area of Santa Rosa.

SRJC evacuee stories emerge through the smoke

Michael Barnes, Co-Features Editor
October 12, 2017
DJ Dustin having a blast behind the turntables as he prepares for a show.

SRJC student beats the odds in local music industry

Jose Gonzalez, Staff Writer
October 5, 2017
Claire Ernst, 19, has diversified style that is intriguing and will excite you to be daring with your style.

SRJC student fashion profile

Oak Leaf Staff, Staff Writer
September 23, 2017
Top 9 Latin hits of Summer 2017

Top 9 Latin hits of Summer 2017

Jose Gonzalez, Staff Writer
September 14, 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.

Biology instructor STEM’s new program

Charlotte Maxwell, Staff Writer
September 12, 2017
Our House, located in Petaluma, is the sister space to Mi Casa. Counseling services, access to computers and printers ,and access to a quit space are just a few things 'Our House' offers.

Nuestra Casa es Su Casa for all students at ‘Our House’ in Petaluma

Michael Barnes, Staff Writer
September 7, 2017
Jay Asher explains the story behind his best selling novel, "13 Reasons Why." Asher gave a presentation at the Charles Schulz museum on Sep. 2.

(13) Reasons Why You Matter: Jay Asher Opens the Conversation Surrounding Suicide

Dakota McGranahan, Photo Editor
September 5, 2017
SRJC’s student enterprise projects give students the opportunity to learn hands on how to grow, market and distribute an agriculture product of their choosing. Cash crops like lettuce are grown on the farm.

Getting Down and Dirty

Tom Rivas, Feature Editor
May 23, 2017

Getting down and dirty

Tom Rivas, Features Editor
May 16, 2017
Warrior winning after the match.

Here there be LARPing

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Photographer
May 14, 2017
Pedro Avila, SRJC's new vice president of student services.

New Kid in Town: Santa Rosa Junior College names VP of student services

Tom Rivas, Features Editor
April 25, 2017
Adam Gockel approaches the mark for pole vault.

Creating a legacy of his own

Ali Benzerara, Sports Editor
April 25, 2017
The Santa Rosa Junior College forensics team poses for a group picture before heading off to Washington D.C. They are currently ranked 2nd in the nation.

On the offensive: SRJC debate team refutes the competition en route to nationals

Frank Sumrall, Contributing Editor
April 11, 2017
United in the goal of self improvement, Alicia Sealund (left) and Elizabeth Quiroz (right) aim for recovery, while empowering fellow students and community members.

Redemption: You deserve a second chance

Beatriz Verneaux, Co-A&E Editor
April 10, 2017
Donald Laird of SRJC's Computer Studies department testing the new college drone out.

Ready for take off

RJ Grooms, Contributing Writer
April 4, 2017
The Santa Rosa Junior College plantetarium uses the Goto model GX-10 Star Projector to reproduce images of the sun, moon, planets and stars onto a 40 foot in diameter dome.

Women of the stars

Tom Rivas, Features Editor
March 16, 2017
YEMA’s instagram account is filled with gorgeous images of their colorful collection. Color diversity, like the bright blue and yellow active wear on the model, is prioritized in Yema’s collection. The company’s logo, the combination of both male strength and female curves is displayed in bright pink in a Yema active set.

African prints influence new fitness wear

Rachel Genthe, A&E Editor
March 15, 2017
Watch your back or else: Helpful online security tips

Watch your back or else: Helpful online security tips

Tom Rivas, Features Editor
February 28, 2017

The origins of SRJC’s BSU

Olivia Wray, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
Spring Break Written in the Sand on a Beach

Amoura Deering, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
de Los Angeles' boldly colored artwork brings awareness to situations many immigrants experience.

Take a second glance

Rachel Genthe, A+E editor
February 7, 2017
This vintage media guide features the Arizona Wildcats 1988 Final Four Team.

Legendary: Craig McMillan’s legacy continues with the Bear Cubs

Tom Rivas, Features Editor
February 7, 2017

Humanitarian, doctor and genocide survivor comes to SRJC on Feb. 13

Amoura Deering, Staff Writer
February 7, 2017
Snip, cut and decorate your own paper ornaments.

DIY holidays

Devin Schwarz and Carin McKenna Huber, Editor-in-Chief and Opinion Editor
December 15, 2016
Sam Parilla relaxes on a couch, Parilla is one of 15 students in the exchange program this year.

A whole new world

Angelina Donaldson, Contributing Writer
December 15, 2016

Support dogs open doors to opportunity

Amoura Deering, Staff Writer
December 13, 2016

Successful student: Surviving finals

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
December 13, 2016
"I know people come together over food in ways they don't otherwise. I think it’s incredibly good for building communities and friendships. You also know what exactly in your food and where comes from," Merrilee Olson (left) said.

Preserving Apples by Canning

Genesis Napel, Writer
December 6, 2016

Successful student: Time management and motivation

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
November 17, 2016

Successful student: Fighting the flu

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
November 17, 2016
The Flagship staff, ready to set sail, poses for a photo in front of their restaurant.

Former students open Flagship Taproom in Cotati

Kevin Lipe, Staff Writer
November 15, 2016

Beyond ghouls and goblins

Celine Gossage, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016

Successful student: Scary survival

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
October 25, 2016
Bill Michell stands in front of a group of his colleagues thanking them for his surprise 90th birthday party on Oct. 7.

SRJC instructor and War Hero Turns 90

Grant Wetmore, Staff Writer
October 11, 2016
Festival goers make a beeline for the U-Pick patch.

Shone Farm fun

Erin George, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016
Today’s 3D printers are capable of producing complex shapes that are both stylized and functional, such as simple machines.

3D printing: SRJC propels into the future with new tech equipment

Celine Gossage, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016
Despite enumerable parking areas, finding a spot could prove a challenge.

Successful student: Parking pandemonium

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
October 3, 2016
‘Leaving Home’ director Downing-Lee reveals basic truths

‘Leaving Home’ director Downing-Lee reveals basic truths

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
October 3, 2016
SRJC student-parent Alondra Mendoza, here with her husband Marcos and their four childen, attends classes while her youngest son goes to SRJC’s childcare classes.

College with kids

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
October 3, 2016
Sculptors Christy Lucas and Greer Upton won a design competition to place their work, “Umbrella Tree,” in the play yard at SRJC’s Call Child Development Center. It’s painted with dichroic paint, which shimmers and shifts colors in natural light.

Art among the oaks: Public installations on campus

Kevin Lipe, Staff Writer
September 29, 2016
Students can rent textbooks and receive free tutoring at the Frank P. Doyle Library.

Successful student: Respectable resources

Jocelyn Mobley, Features Editor
September 13, 2016
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