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
SRJC waste expert Guy Tillotson is trying to eleminate single-use coffee cups.

SRJC takes action for a sustainable environment

Kevin Aceves, Contributing Writer
December 13, 2016
Student Government Assembly President Jordan Panana Carbajal was found guilty of commiting campaign violations.

SGA controversy continues; President suspended after review board proceedings

James Wyatt, Co-News Editor
December 13, 2016
There is no singular definiton for nonviolent action, just like there is no singular definiton for a community.

Standing together; Faculty train in nonviolent protest methods

Beatriz Verneaux, Co-News Editor
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

This is democracy: Students speak out on election

Beatriz Verneaux, Co-News Editor
November 15, 2016
Community members advocate for minorities and protest possible consequences of Donald Trump’s presidential win at last Thursday’s rally at Santa Rosa City Hall.

Love trumps hate: Sonoma County community protests bigotry

Beatriz Verneaux and Luke Straub
November 15, 2016
Martinez makes history: SRJC Board of Trustees welcomes first Latina member

Martinez makes history: SRJC Board of Trustees welcomes first Latina member

Will Mathis, Co-editor-in-chief
November 15, 2016
What does a safety pin have to do with Donald Trump?

What does a safety pin have to do with Donald Trump?

Beatriz Verneaux, Co-News Editor
November 15, 2016

Board of Trustees look to change district map

Luke Straub, Staff writer
November 15, 2016
Come check out our Election confessional today in the quad.

Oak Leaf “voices of the election”

November 8, 2016
The Feminists United Club created a poster on negative social perceptions of gender for their Take Back the Night event on Oct. 25.

SRJC students take back the night

Meghan Buckman, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2016
A fire broke out Oct. 25 in Santa Rosa Junior Colleges Jesse Peter Museum.

Breaking News: Fire in Jesse Peter Museum

James Wyatt and Beatriz Verneaux
October 25, 2016
The SRJC Rolling Bears is the only club of its kind at a California college. Power soccer is one of the only sports designed for people who use a power wheelchair.

Rolling Bears roll on

Luke Straub, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016
Police seek suspect near campus: Sexual assault at Mendocino and Ridgeway

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

James Wyatt, News Editor
October 25, 2016
PEERS members and students display their Mental Health First Aid certificates.

PEERS to the rescue: Supporting mental health

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
October 11, 2016
Gov. Jerry Brown signed three new laws to help California’s college students.

Governor signs higher education bills

Luke Straub, Staff Writer
October 11, 2016
HOPE program director Jeannie Dulberg, right, with a new student, wants to see more minority students enter professions like nursing and medical assisting.

HOPE: New center reaches out to minority health students

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016
The site of Andy Lopez’s death in 2013 will become a new park with a $1.2 million grant from the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. The park will feature a community garden, a skate park, dog park and a basketball court.

Saving Andy’s Legacy

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016

In the know

October 3, 2016
After a reported $700,000 deficit, SRJC officials debate outsourcing the bookstore.

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

Luke Straub, Staff Writer
September 27, 2016
SRJC board of trustees candidates Richard Call (left) and Mariana Martinez (right) are two of the candidates running for open board seats. Incumbent Call has 24 years of experience on the board of trustees and is a local business owner and sports supporter. Martinez holds a Ph.D in education policy and advocates for first-generation college students.

Trustee candidates court SGA endorsement: Two incumbents, one newcomer vie for open seats on SRJC board

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

Envisioning the future: College debuts new high-tech classrooms

Erin George, Staff Writer
September 27, 2016
SGA looks into food stamps on campus: Faltering district support derailed initiative in 2014

SGA looks into food stamps on campus: Faltering district support derailed initiative in 2014

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
September 27, 2016
SGA endorses Noreen Evans for supervisor

SGA endorses Noreen Evans for supervisor

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
September 15, 2016
Lessons in critical thinking: SRJC police policy promotes communication

Lessons in critical thinking: SRJC police policy promotes communication

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
SGA reviews candidates for endorsement

SGA reviews candidates for endorsement

Beatriz Verneaux, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
SRJC District Police Lieutenant Robert Brownlee discusses what to do in an active shooter situation in an Aug. 19 workshop.

One year later: Oregon shooting spurs increased security at SRJC

Luke Straub, Staff Writer
September 12, 2016
Sonoma County Junior College District will use the first of its $410 million Measure H funds to revitalize Luther Burbank Auditorium for the school’s centennial celebration.

Bond funds to revitalize Burbank

Erin George, Staff Writer
September 12, 2016
SRJC firefighter trainees stand at attention during the reading of the names of fallen firefighters on Sunday Sept. 11.

Firefighter academy students remember 9/11

Grant Wetmore, Staff writer
September 11, 2016
Santa Rosa Junior College first baseman Ryder Kuhns and pitcher Alec Rennard celebrate after recording the final out at the 2016 state championship.

Baseball players start GoFundMe page for state championship rings

Will Mathis, Co-Editor-In-Chief
September 9, 2016
Lynda Hopkins and Noreen Evans are scheduled to speak on Aug 29 to address issues concerning students of the fifth district.

District supervisors to answer student questions

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
August 29, 2016
SRJC administrator on leave after unsupported complaints

SRJC administrator on leave after unsupported complaints

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 27, 2016
SGA president nominee Jordan Carbajal (center) weighs in on the ad-hoc committee debate.

Student government controversy: Election violations prompt emergency action

Alex T. Randolph and Will Mathis
May 17, 2016
Aztec dancers lead the procession of passionate protesters on the way to City Hall.

Rent control by popular demand

Jynessa Lazzaroni, Assistant News Editor
May 17, 2016
Dr. Dean Tahir lectures on conscious bias in a workshop in the Bertolini Center for Student Leadership.

Internal debates: SRJC administrator to retire after filing hostile work environment complaints

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 17, 2016
Gabbi Lemos attorney Izaak Schwaiger said Sonoma County law enforcement is covering their tracks by prosecuting a teenager with no prior criminal record, costing the county tens of thousands of dollars.

Complicated Gabbi Lemos case of resisting arrest will go to trial in June

Courtney Paige, Web Editor and Assistant A&E Editor
May 14, 2016
Board of trustees meeting discusses concussions, enrollment and student completion

Board of trustees meeting discusses concussions, enrollment and student completion

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
May 14, 2016
Election code violations prompt new student elections at SRJC

Election code violations prompt new student elections at SRJC

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 9, 2016
Dr. Dean Tahir, assistant director of student affairs, is a major supporter of Black Student Union and was one of the first to jump into the drum circle and start dancing.

Global Solidarity: Black Student Union celebrates Pan- African heritage with SRJC community

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
May 5, 2016
Student election results

Student election results

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 26, 2016
Recovery Night attendees find support and share stories of their experiences.

College community helps students seeking support

James Wyatt, Staff Writer
April 26, 2016
Employees’ commute to work is responsible for 50 percent of Sonoma County’s General Services Department’s Energy and Sustainability Division’s greenhouse gas emissions.

SRJC plans energy efficient future

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
April 26, 2016
Body camera footage depicts the arrest of SRJC student Gabbi Lemos. Bottom: Lemos’ face shows the multiple lacerations and bruising she suffered as a result of Sheriff’s Deputy Marcus Holton’s alleged excessive force.

Alleged police brutality case continues

Courtney Paige, Web Editor and Assistant A&E Editor
April 26, 2016
SRJC strives to provide food equity with voucher program

SRJC strives to provide food equity with voucher program

Jynessa Lazzaroni, Assistant News Editor
April 25, 2016
Trustees talk trust: Meeting addresses sexual assault, student homelessness, and Measures H and A funds

Trustees talk trust: Meeting addresses sexual assault, student homelessness, and Measures H and A funds

James Wyatt, 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
A desolate hallway in Forsyth Hall may foreshadow the inevitable loss of classes at SRJC.

College plans to reduce classes to offset deficit

Will Mathis, Assistant Sports Editor
April 12, 2016
SRJC community supports LGBT rights

SRJC community supports LGBT rights

Elizabeth Mertz, Contributing Writer
April 12, 2016
According to the enrollment management plan, Santa Rosa Junior College aims to maintain a 90 percent fill rate.

SRJC’s enrollment management plan

Jynessa Lazzaroni, Assistant News Editor
April 12, 2016
Economic impact: Study shows for every dollar students invest at SRJC, they’ll receive $2.50 in their future careers

Economic impact: Study shows for every dollar students invest at SRJC, they’ll receive $2.50 in their future careers

Laura Buel, Staff Writer
April 12, 2016

SRJC student files lawsuit for alleged excessive force

Courtney Paige, Web Editor and Assistant A&E Editor
April 12, 2016
SGA update on funding, marketing and student elections

SGA update on funding, marketing and student elections

Estefany Chavez, Contributing Writer
April 11, 2016
Jonathan Hoppner is a 23-year-old white male, 6 feet tall, 240 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. SRJC District Police should be notified at 527-1000 if he is seen on campus.

High risk sex offender to be released

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2016
The SRJC Bear Cubs debate team at the January 2016 Santa Clara Tournament. The parliamentary debate team of Tori Sheber and Kevin McDermott-Swanson ranked as the No. 1 two-year team in the nation and ranked No. 25 among nearly 800 college teams.

SRJC Bear Cubs win state championship in parliamentary debate

Maci Martell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2016
SRJC District Police officers apprehend a suspect in Lark Hall for possession of drugs, among other criminal offenses.

Drug arrest at Lark Hall

Guillaume Jackson, Contributing Writer
March 15, 2016
Enrique Yarce works tirelessly to overcome stigma against homelessness.

SRJC community aims to raise awareness about student homelessness and provide resources

Jynessa Lazzaroni, Assistant News Editor
March 8, 2016
Denise Elliot, who taught culinary arts classes at SRJC for 30 years, started her own cooking school in Baja California, Mexico in her last four years.

College community mourns the death of SRJC faculty member Denise Elliot

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
March 8, 2016
BSU and panel members join in solidarity to fight against inequality in the school system.

Moving the needle: SRJC students and BSU members are on a path to educational equity

Alex T. Randolph, Co-Opinion Editor and Copy Editor
March 8, 2016
Homes in Melbourne, Australia have adapted a home filtration system to save water.

Earth’s most precious resource: Water worries continue to impact California

Courtney Paige, Web Editor and Assistant A&E Editor
March 8, 2016
Latino millennials attend a “Rock the Vote” protest. Forty-four percent of the Latino population is made up of millennials.

Changing the world: U.S. and Sonoma County call on Latino millennials to vote in the 2016 elections to make a difference

Eloy A. Delgado, Contributing Writer
March 8, 2016
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