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
James Domizio

James Domizio, Managing Editor

James Domizio (he/him) is an award-winning journalist and filmmaker in his fifth semester at The Oak Leaf, where he is a managing editor. James transferred to Santa Rosa Junior College to work toward degrees in journalism and film studies after taking two years of general education classes at Napa Valley College. James is currently streaming video games on Twitch, composing music and writing weekly blog entries for his Patreon. James lives in Sonoma and spends his free time watching hockey and esports with his girlfriend, Alex.

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The Oak Leaf staff, pictured here with Santa Rosa Junior College President Dr. Frank Chong (center, blue sweater), won two on-the-spot awards and 12 publication awards at the 2021 JACC Virtual Fall Conference Nov. 5–7.

The Oak Leaf brings home 14 JACC awards

November 18, 2021
A woman sits behind a safety monitor check-in station in a white tent

Check-in checkup: SRJC students and staff react to first weeks of vaccine mandate

November 1, 2021
A man in a suit, Jordan Burns, sits at a desk and speaks into a small microphone.

Former SRJC trustee Jordan Burns accused of child sex abuse

November 1, 2021
Santa Rosa Junior College Polar Bears rookie defenseman receives a pass from a teammate in the second period of the Polar Bears 3-3 overtime tie against the San Jose State University Spartans Oct. 22 at Snoopys Home Ice in Santa Rosa,

SRJC Polar Bears tie San Jose State 3-3 in electric home opener

October 23, 2021
This Oak Leaf explainer will catch you up on SRJCs new vaccine mandate, how to get a CLEARED4 access pass and changes in campus attendance coming this October.

Everything you need to know about SRJC’s vaccine mandate and CLEARED4 access passes

October 11, 2021
The logo for Santa Rosa Junior Colleges Student Government Assembly.

SGA approves resolution supporting student participation in faculty hiring committees

September 30, 2021
A photo of former SRJC theatre arts employee Ari Eden Poppers that he used as his Facebook profile picture before he deleted his account.

Ari Poppers resigns from SRJC theatre arts department, SRPD investigation wraps up

May 5, 2021
A photo of a grey-haired middle-aged man smirking, that was sent to a person he believed to be a 16-year-old girl.

Nearly a dozen current and former SRJC students accuse Ari Poppers of lewd behavior, harassment over 10-year period

April 23, 2021
A graphic of movie theater seats in front of a movie screen that has a marijuana leaf on display.

Eight movies you should totally watch on 4/20, man

April 20, 2021
An assortment of sushi from Jojo Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Review: Jojo Sushi Bar & Restaurant

April 19, 2021
An image of SRJCs theatre, the Luther Burbank Auditorium.

SRPD investigates SRJC theatre arts employee Ari Poppers

April 18, 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

April 2, 2021
High schoolers sit in a makeshift auditorium after their high schools town was burnt down by the 2018 Camp Fire.

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

March 31, 2021
Medicine at Midnight is a weak, toothless entry in Foo Fighters discography and proof that just doing the bare minimum isnt enough.

Foo Fighters disappoint with the middling “Medicine at Midnight”

February 18, 2021
Mank is candy for Old Hollywood enthusiasts, a 2021 Academy Awards heavyweight and one of the best films in David Finchers filmography.

“Mank”: Fincher’s fossilized feature feels fresh

December 8, 2020
Dakota McGranahan, recently ousted student body president, has alleged impropriety in the colleges decision to remove them and replace them with runner-up Delashay Carmona Benson.

Former SGA President Dakota McGranahan alleges “illegal” conduct by SRJC

September 26, 2020
Im Thinking of Ending Things, Charlie Kaufmans Netflix-exclusive adaptation of Iain Reids 2016 debut novel, is an existential drama that both challenges and reveres the rules of storytelling.

“I’m Thinking of Ending Things” is an existential knockout

September 16, 2020
Students, faculty and citizens gather outside the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office June 6, just a week after the killing of George Floyd.

Do more: SRJC’s Black community speaks out

September 16, 2020
SRJC staff were shocked Tuesday when an English instructors email invitation to an online diversity seminar was met with a hateful email from a former SRJC adult education instructor.

Faculty and staff furious at menacing response to diversity, inclusion workgroup

September 2, 2020
SRJC extends online-only classes through Spring 2021

SRJC extends online-only classes through Spring 2021

August 27, 2020
A fire burns Tuesday night as part of the LNU Lightning Complex, a series of wildfires raging in Sonoma and Napa counties.

Shone Farm closed due to Walbridge Fire evacuations

August 19, 2020
Are You Experienced is an all-time great classic rock album, and while its 53rd anniversary might not usually make the news cycle, theres really nothing else to talk about.

“Are You Experienced”: A classic album turns … 53

May 14, 2020
In addition to their efficient and hygienic pandemic protocol, Basque Boulangerie combines affordability with delectability.

Review: Basque Boulangerie Cafe

May 12, 2020
SRJC will receive $3 million in federal aid from the CARES Act. The money will be distributed to eligible students after they fill out the form that can be found at https://financialaid.santarosa.edu/srjc-student-emergency-grant.

SRJC receives $3 million from CARES Act for students in need

April 30, 2020
Santa Rosa Junior College will continue to operate online through the end of the Fall 2020 semester due to the coronavirus pandemic, SRJC President Dr. Frank Chong announced Thursday.

SRJC to stay online through 2020

April 30, 2020
Final Fantasy VII Remake sometimes features redundant gameplay, but its immense scale, captivating design and colossal story make it a must-play.

“Final Fantasy VII Remake”: A reinvention, not a rehash

April 24, 2020
One of the darkest films in the noir canon, Scarlet Street has a shocking, tragic ending and bleak cinematography, perfect for feel-bad vibes in these heavy times.

Five free feel-bad film classics for quarantine

April 8, 2020
SRJC will remain online through May 23 and has canceled all events through the end of the semester, and possibly beyond. Alternative options are being considered for major events like graduation.

SRJC cancels remaining spring semester events, in-person classes

April 2, 2020
Due to coronavirus, SRJC will continue online for the foreseeable future starting March 30. The decision was made after Gov. Newsom ordered all Californians to stay home.

SRJC to begin remote instruction March 30

March 21, 2020
SRJC alumnus Armando Garcia speaks at “Light the Torch,” an SRJC student-organized rally downtown to inspire students to push for an immigration reform and allow DREAMers to share their stories.

Opinion: Every California resident must participate in the 2020 Census

March 15, 2020

Opinion: Four reasons why the U.S. isn’t ready for coronavirus

March 12, 2020
Tame Impala plays it safe — but succeeds — by following up on the psychedelic electronic pop of 2015s Currents with another helping of vibrant, genre-bending production from the projects mastermind, Kevin Parker.

Tame Impala returns with trippy, electronic “The Slow Rush”

March 5, 2020
2020 Census data will determine federal funding and congressional representation for our state; an undercount could cause the state to lose federal funding for a number of social programs that benefit low-income families and communities of color.

Census 2020: A primer

March 5, 2020
The Ooky Spooky Ep. 3 Horror movies

The Ooky Spooky Ep. 3 “Horror movies”

January 18, 2020
U.S. Economic Development Administration Assistant Secretary Dr. John Fleming presents a $7.12 million check for a new North Bay Regional Construction and Building Trades Employment Training Center to SRJC President Dr. Frank Chong, who is joined by North Bay leaders and California House Reps. Mike Thompson and Jared Huffman.

Trump administration grants SRJC $7.2 million for new Construction and Building Trades Employment Training Center

January 6, 2020
10 iconic films from the 2010s

10 iconic films from the 2010s

December 12, 2019
The Irishman overcomes a massive 209-minute runtime to become one of the decades greatest gangster films on the backs of master direction from Martin Scorsese and larger-than-life performances from Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci.

“The Irishman” is a lengthy yet rich masterpiece

December 9, 2019
Power went out for the majority of SRJCs Santa Rosa campus at 4:56 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26.

Power out for most of SRJC’s Santa Rosa campus

November 26, 2019
SRJC Southwest Center will be closed from 3:30-10 p.m. today due to an underground vault rupture that occurred 2:26 p.m. Tuesday in Southwest Santa Rosa.

SRJC Southwest Center closed due to underground vault rupture

November 26, 2019
The Mandalorian is fresh, exciting content that entertains and provokes thought; its the Star Wars TV show fans have been waiting for.

Seven thoughts about “The Mandalorian”

November 24, 2019
Incoming SRJC Foundation Executive Director W. John J Mullineaux has over 30 years experience with fundraising, and will be taking over the role from departing Kate McClintock.

W. John Mullineaux hired as new Executive Director of the SRJC Foundation

November 20, 2019
SRJC will be hosting events for hunger and homeless awareness, including a clothing swap, a multicultural potluck and a burrito giveaway.

SRJC hosts Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week on campus

November 20, 2019
Santa Rosa Bear Cubs and San Francisco Rams players emerge from a dogpile during the Rams 30-24 victory over the Bear Cubs Saturday at Santa Rosa High School.

Bear Cubs lose final home football game of the decade

November 14, 2019
Pumpkin Nights is a travelling mini-carnival featuring over 3,000 real pumpkins hand-carved by local artists.

Pumpkin Nights is a lovely pumpkin-themed date night

October 31, 2019
Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

October 31, 2019
SRJC students respond to Kincade fire

SRJC students respond to Kincade fire

October 24, 2019
Capt. John Cregan updates the public with information about the shooting on Oct.22 at Ridgway High School.

Ridgway shooting suspect arrested

October 22, 2019
“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

October 17, 2019
Despite its amateur elements, Carnival of Souls is a horror classic due to its focus on the independence of women and its haunting atmosphere created by cinematography, editing and an ethereal organ score by Gene Moore.

“Carnival of Souls”: a feminist horror classic

October 16, 2019
Danny Brown released the colorful, synth-heavy uknowhatimsayin¿ Oct. 4, three years after the release of his last studio album, the critically acclaimed portrait of darkness and addiction Atrocity Exhibition.

“uknowhatimsayin¿”: Danny Brown’s palette changes once again

October 12, 2019
Its easy, cheap and vital to watch climate change documentaries; websites like YouTube and Vimeo allow widespread free access to quality edutainment.

Four climate change documentaries and how you can watch them for free

September 18, 2019
I watched over 365 movies last year and now I have movie burnout

I watched over 365 movies last year and now I have movie burnout

September 18, 2019
Ms. Lauryn Hill, CeeLo Green rock Day 2 of Sonoma Harvest Music Festival

Ms. Lauryn Hill, CeeLo Green rock Day 2 of Sonoma Harvest Music Festival

September 18, 2019
SRJC quarterback Will Heckman scores one of his two touchdowns during the Bear Cubs home opener Saturday. SRJC fell to Fresno College 35-17.

Bear Cubs lose home opener despite Heckman’s two touchdowns

September 9, 2019
Disney unveils their new exciting line-up on Aug. 23-25 in Anaheim Calif. from Disney+ to upcoming Marvel movies for years to come.

D23 expo wrap-up: Disney+, Marvel, Star Wars and more

September 5, 2019
The Third Man at 70: Does It Hold Up?

“The Third Man” at 70: Does It Hold Up?

September 1, 2019
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