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
All content by Genesis Napel
"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
Just the tip

Just the tip

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016
Just the tip: Polyamory, more than multiple lovers

Just the tip: Polyamory, more than multiple lovers

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
October 11, 2016
The emotionally charged temple burn was felt throughout the crowd as they all gazed at the flames and felt the transcendence of their prayers. The temple is a sacred place for all to come to peace with hardships they are trying to let go of such as passed loved ones and old habits.

Why burn the man?

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
September 20, 2016
Shifu Justin Eggert instructs his students in breathing and balance techniques to deepen their understanding of how to move freely and maintain their center of gravity.

Mastery of movement: Finding balance and serenity through Tai Chi

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
May 17, 2016
Just the tip: Genital Herpes

Just the tip: Genital Herpes

Genesis Napel, Staff writer
May 17, 2016
Aztec dancers lead the procession of passionate protesters on the way to City Hall.

[Photo] Rent control by popular demand

Jynessa Lazzaroni, Assistant News Editor
May 17, 2016
SRJC 2016 Retiree Reception

SRJC 2016 Retiree Reception

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
May 5, 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
Just the tip: The final frontier?

Just the tip: The final frontier?

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
April 28, 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
Just the tip: From kinky to casual talk

Just the tip: From kinky to casual talk

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
April 12, 2016
Sarah Magnani (left) and Ryan Sansome (right) are clean and sober after years of struggling with addiction. Their goal is to help students who still battle with substance abuse. The Recovery Club will allow students to open up in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

[Photo] In between addiction and recovery

Jynessa Lazzaroni and James Wyatt
April 12, 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
Students watch “That’s Not Love: Escalation,” a documentary depicting an abusive college relationship.

SRJC screens ‘That’s Not Love: Escalation’ to raise awareness about abusive relationships

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
March 8, 2016
Spring weather makes friends and SRJC students Chris Hernandez and Sayra Gomez more inclined to mingle in the quad.

Spring Fever: birds, bees and blossoming trees

Genesis Napel, Co-News Editor
March 7, 2016
Walking after class with a perspective date may spark interest. SRJC students Segio Bodilla and Alonda Diaz de Leon.

Flirtatious conversations can help ease the transition from strictly classmate to something more serious.

Redwood Empire Chinese Association members preform a lion dance in Bertolini quad.

SRJC students and community celebrate Chinese New Year

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
February 12, 2016

Trains, planes and automobiles vs. sustainability

Genesis Napel, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016