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
Garrett Ashton

Garrett Ashton, Reporter

Garrett Ashton (he/him) is in his third and last year at the SRJC, and second semester at The Oak Leaf. He is studying communications and journalism and plans to transfer in Fall 2022 to San Francisco State. After four years (including one as co-editor) of his high school yearbook, he is pursuing interests in photography, journalism, design and writing in general at The Oak Leaf. He has experience in graphic design, photography, and sports/action photography.

All content by Garrett Ashton
Sam Gomes in his wheelchair wearing a bright red SRJC baseball jacket, sunglasses and a blue SRJC hat, next to his wife, also wearing a bright red SRJC baseball shirt, sunglasses, and a red SRJC hat. They are in front of the bullpen wall, which says SAM GOMES BULLPEN on a red sign with white letters.

Sam Gomes, beloved long-time SRJC baseball coach, dies at 60 of ALS

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
May 30, 2022
SRJC graduates listen to Mayor Jackie Elwards commencement ceremony speech on May 28, 2022 at Bailey Field.

Commencement 2022: SRJC’s first in-person ceremony in 3 years — Photo Gallery

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
May 28, 2022
A look at the varying format options for some Spring 2022 SRJC classes.

Transformation in education: How the pandemic forced SRJC to evolve its learning options

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
May 20, 2022
Jean Schulz, widow of the beloved Peanuts cartoonist Charles M. Sparky Schulz, sat down to talk with the Oak Leaf about the Sonoma County community, the legacy of Peanuts, her husband, and herself.

A Q&A with Jean Schulz: Fostering the “Peanuts” legacy and more

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
May 19, 2022
NFL franchises pick from the best college players in the nation during the draft’s three days, starting April 28 and ending April 30.

[Photo] Moeckel’s Mock Draft: Who hits the jackpot in Vegas?

Tony Moeckel, Reporter
April 26, 2022
Elden Ring features a wide variety of gorgeous and memorably fantasy environments that continue to one-up each other as you progress in the game.

“Elden Ring”: A masterpiece of subtlety to be remembered

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
April 7, 2022
Bear Cubs coach assistant coach Tom Francois hypes up the team before its March 15 game against Folsom Lake in Santa Rosa.

Baseball team’s strong start due to heavy offensive power and winning mindset

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
March 16, 2022
A silver PS5 sits on top of a white table with four PS5 games leaning against a white wall behind it. A primarily white controller with black accents sits in front of the PS5.

One year later, is the PS5 worth it?

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
February 24, 2022
In-person graduation ceremonies will finally be returning for SRJC graduates this May.

SRJC will hold in-person commencement ceremony for first time since 2019

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
February 23, 2022
A Santa Rosa Junior College player in mid-swing.

[Photo] SRJC baseball pummels Contra Costa 10-0

Christian Vieyra, Reporter
February 22, 2022
Freshman first baseman Connor Charpiot tags a Mission runner early in the Bear Cubs loss to Mission College.

[Photo] SRJC baseball team loses first game of the season to the Mission Saints 9-3

Tony Moeckel, Reporter
February 4, 2022
“Midnight Mass expertly unveils twist after twist through an unnerving atmosphere while still managing to add plenty of well-deserved depth to the show’s interesting characters.

“Midnight Mass”: A high-tension thriller backed by profound, memorable religious commentary

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
November 16, 2021
Villenueve’s vision of “Dune” respected the original material in a way that perhaps only he could execute and calmed fans’ fears that the novel would never be properly adapted.

“Dune”: A spectacular achievement in sci-fi storytelling

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
November 9, 2021
The SRJC womens soccer team huddles together for a cheer at the end of its Thursday practice. Head Coach Crystal Chaidez addressed the team and gave advice to help them prepare for the upcoming playoff match against Diablo Valley College Nov. 5.

SRJC women’s soccer team prepares for conference playoffs Friday, reflects on their successful season

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
November 4, 2021
Metroid Dread features some of the best elements from the franchises past while introducing many welcome new additions, creating an experience that rivals any of the greatest games within the metroidvania genre, and is sure to please newcoming and veteran fans alike.

“Metroid Dread”: A long-awaited return to form for one of gaming’s greatest franchises

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
November 1, 2021
SRJC midfielder Abria Brooker (4) fights for possession with Modesto defenseman Mia Basi (14) during the second half of the Bear Cubs 5-1 win over Modesto Oct. 22.

SRJC women’s soccer team dominates Modesto 5-1, Monroy scores two goals

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
October 24, 2021
Chicken, bread, pickles and fries in a takeout container.

Review: Dave’s Hot Chicken

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
October 19, 2021
SRJC midfielder Abria Brooker changes direction against Sierra defender Paulina Caja Duran to try to continue momentum towards the goal during the second half of the game in SRJCs loss to Sierra College Oct. 15.

[Photo] SRJC women’s soccer team loses 4-1 against Sierra College

Liam Vinueza, Social Media Manager
October 15, 2021
Santa Rosa Junior College football players huddled together wearing white uniforms/

SRJC athletes gear up for first fall season since 2019

Jordan Atallah, Garrett Ashton, Tony Moeckel, and Christian Vieyra
October 8, 2021
Theres a loaded nature to Proposition 19, one of the most complex choices on the ballot in California this year.

Understanding Proposition 19: A multi-perspective look at one of the most complex choices on the ballot

Garrett Ashton, Special to The Oak Leaf
October 27, 2020
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