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
Take it from a bitter ex, this article will teach you how to instill the toxicity that is needed to create a cozy co-dependency to last a lifetime.

Opinion: Bad Dating Advice from a Bitter Newly Single Woman

Emelle Raschein, Reporter
February 8, 2024
Much like the colors on the American flag, modern politics seems to force you into either the red or blue parties of Republican and Democrat.

Opinion: The False Dichotomy of American Democracy

Rosemary Cromwell, Editor
January 28, 2024
"Xenoblade Chronicles 2" has four difficulty modes, one of which allows for players to customize what makes the game easier or harder.

Opinion: More video games should allow players to customize the difficulty level

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
December 7, 2023
Aaron Rodgers injured his Achilles tendon in his debut game with the New York Jets on September 11, 2023. He shouldn't rush to heal.

Opinion: Aaron Rodgers should cancel plans for playoff comeback

Juan Botello-Martinez, Reporter
October 24, 2023
Oscar DeJung catches his breath after a long night of sparring.

Opinion: Getting punched in the face is my therapy, and it beats taking meds

Oscar DeJung, Reporter
October 3, 2023
Former USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter consoles star forward Christian Pulisic after crashing out of the World Cup at the hands of the Netherlands on Dec. 3 2022 at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar.

Top 5 candidates for USMNT new head coach

Tom Healy, Reporter
May 23, 2023
Clockwise from top left: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3, Blue Beetle, The Marvels and The Flash are among this year’s superhero blockbusters, but with a decline in both box office and critical reception the future looks uncertain for both the Marvel and DC’s Cinematic Universes.

The future of superhero movies

Erina Corl
May 16, 2023
Wide-receiver Isaac Torres stiff-arms a Sierra defensive back to fight for extra yards and gain a first down for the Bear Cubs in their 34-21 victory on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 in Santa Rosa. Photo by

OPINION: Wide-receiver Isaac Torres is next in line among SRJC football legends

Tony Moeckel
February 25, 2023
a screenshot of the battle pass screen in the game "Halo: Infinite" highlighting the helmet and other paid items alongside a couple free items.

Opinion: Battle passes need to go

Stephen Howe, Reporter
April 14, 2022
a photo after sunset of the Guardians of the Galaxy tower ride behind a futuristic railway at Disneyland's California Adventure.

Disney Genie Plus: Theme park timesaver

Tony Moeckel, Reporter
April 7, 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
"House of Gucci" does not live up to the expectations teased in the exciting trailer, but instead delivers a slow, vapid and falsified rendition of the Gucci family story.

Despite intriguing story and legendary cast, “House of Gucci” fails to entertain

Jenna McGovern, Reporter
December 20, 2021
A shot of the BottleRock main stage during the day as Jimmy Eat World plays to a packed audience.

Opinion: Live music fans, check your venue’s COVID protocols before chasing that long-awaited concert high

La Reva Myles, Reporter
October 11, 2021
A Santa Rosa Junior College Student Health Services sign pointing to where students can receive COVID vaccines.

SRJC’s vaccine mandate was implemented too late

The Oak Leaf Editorial Board
October 8, 2021
Opinion: Pay the players

Opinion: Pay the players

Harvey Rouleau IV, Reporter
May 18, 2021
All U.S. citizens should be able to pass the naturalization test that is required for immigrants to obtain citizenship.

Opinion: I don’t want ignorant people making decisions that affect my life

Michael Combs, Editor
February 9, 2021
For his inciting role in yesterday's incident at Capitol Hill, the President must be removed from office.

The President incited a terrorist attack yesterday

Oak Leaf Editorial Board
January 7, 2021
Elementary school students are struggling to stay engaged in online Zoom classes.

Opinion: Why online learning is more difficult for elementary school students than college students

Maritza Camacho, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Despite tone-deaf decisions made by the Recording Academy this year, they remain a relevant cultural force in the music industry.

Opinion: The Grammys are (unfortunately) still relevant

Tucker Lang, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Left-handed people make up 10% of the world's population, but the world doesn't make enough accommodations for lefties.

Opinion: The world needs to be more left-handed

Willow Ornellas, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
With election results yet to be finalized, Trump fights for a fair and honest election.

Opinion: Trump will concede the election — if results are fair

Priscilla Terry, Staff Writer
November 4, 2020

Opinion: Rep. Huffman ignites fear of fascism at the hands of President Trump

Priscilla Terry, Staff Writer
October 30, 2020
The Oak Leaf believes Caroline Bañuelos (pictured) and Mariana Martinez are the two Board of Trustees candidates who most understand the needs of SRJC students.

The Oak Leaf endorses Bañuelos and Martinez for Board of Trustees, Rego close third

The Oak Leaf Editorial Board
October 16, 2020
While the Golden State is well-loved for its temperate weather, living in California is akin to playing with fire.

California: Waiting in heaven for hell to arrive

Oak Leaf Editorial Board
September 1, 2020
A recent Whole Foods customer caviled to me about how she was one of Amazon Prime Now’s best customers, but now, because the pandemic prohibits her ability to receive delivery times on orders, she has to physically shop for her groceries in-store like some kind of wild animal.

Opinion: COVID-19 — Give me convenience or give me death

Michael Barnes, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 14, 2020
A hippie survivalist "fooding" in its favorite environment.

Opinion: Confessions of a hippie survivalist

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
April 3, 2020

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

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2020
Wrecked at 51 — five decades of damage, or five decades of metal?

Opinion: Why my 50s are my metal years

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
February 11, 2020
South Korean director Bong Joon-ho won big at the 2020 Academy Awards, with his film "Parasite" winning Best International Feature, Best Original Screenplay, Best Director and Best Picture. Taika Waititi and Hildur Guðnadóttir also took home historic awards in the Oscars' second straight year without a host.

The Oscars: More than an awards show

Maisie French, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
"Miss Americana," the new Taylor Swift documentary directed by Lana Wilson, received rave reviews from critics and fans after its premiere Jan. 23 at Sundance Film Festival; the film released on Netflix a week later on Jan. 31.

I’ve been a Swiftie for most of my life, and I loved “Miss Americana”

Kayla Beaton, Sports Editor
February 5, 2020
The Joe Rodota Trail homeless encampment is unofficial home to over 200 people.

Opinion: Let’s help the homeless

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
January 28, 2020
Carceral state: The prison industrial complex wasn’t the solution for my mom

Carceral state: The prison industrial complex wasn’t the solution for my mom

Jesse Kapukui, Co-Features Editor
December 12, 2019
The world is out there waiting.

Better to burn out than to fade away: A right and proper response to the climate crisis

Zane Zinkl, News Editor
September 20, 2019
Learn while you can, party when convenient

Learn while you can, party when convenient

Riley Palmer, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2019
"The Third Man" at 70: Does It Hold Up?

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

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 1, 2019
Relaxing hikes in Sonoma County

Relaxing hikes in Sonoma County

Seamus Reed, Assistant News and Arts & Entertainment Editor
May 16, 2019
Makeup has no gender

Makeup has no gender

Raul Ojeda, Staff Writers
May 15, 2019

Fighting Words: Musicians respond to white nationalism in Trump’s America

Jesse Kapukui, Staff Writer
May 14, 2019

What the hell is social media?

Lenita Marie Johnson, Staff Writer
May 14, 2019
D'Angelo Russell, in his fourth-year in the NBA and his second with the Nets, has increased his play in nearly every stat category.

Thank You, Magic: the Lakers gave away a superstar

Jackson Etienne, Staff Writer
March 9, 2019
The Golden State Warriors emotional leader is currently tied for first with 14 technical fouls with Russell Westbrook and Andre Drummond.

Draymond Green: the forgotten modern-era pioneer

Jackson Etienne, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
How to do Valentine's Day on a budget

How to do Valentine’s Day on a budget

Edgar Soria Garcia, Illustrations Editor
February 14, 2019
Santa Rosa resident Jasmine Rosas buys herself a box of chocolates for Valentine's Day.

Single people rejoice, you are alone this Valentine’s Day—and that’s a good thing.

Staff writer, Raul Ojeda
February 13, 2019
Back in the saddle again

Back in the saddle again

Lenita Marie Johnson, Staff Writer
December 13, 2018
Eileen Rodriguez endures the harassment so common to female gamers.

Don’t call me an e-girl: What it’s like being a woman in the gamer world

Eileen Rodriguez, Reporter
December 13, 2018
Holiday Soft Glam

Holiday Soft Glam

Zena Bounsall, Staff writer
November 22, 2018
Thanksgiving: the best time of year

Thanksgiving: the best time of year

Mark Fernquest, Staff writer
November 22, 2018
Be like Mike? Nah, be like Bron

Be like Mike? Nah, be like Bron

Isaiah Cappelen, Assitant Sports editor
November 8, 2018
Jamie Lee Curtis reprieves her role as Laurie Strode 40 years later in Halloween: 2018.

Murder, She Wrote: Halloween adopts real themes

Dakota McGranahan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2018
Fear of Fake News in Trump Era

Fear of fake news in the Trump era

Abraham Fuentes, Photo Editor
November 6, 2018
Homer Simpson likeness courtesy of FOX.

If you can’t help being that guy: The heartless act of bandwagoning

Isaiah Cappelen, Staff Writer
September 11, 2018
Illustration by Rachel Edelstein

Ask more: on having consensual sex

Rachel Edelstein, Managing Editor
May 18, 2018
Profanity: Read between the lines

Profanity: Read between the lines

Chelsea Wood, Opinion Editor
April 29, 2018
Illustration by Rachel Edelstein

Summer cuts or ulterior motives?

Chelsea Wood, Opinion Editor
April 2, 2018
GIF by Rachel Edelstein

Ask Willow: Scared for a suicidal friend

The Oak Leaf Staff
March 27, 2018
Sacrifice convenience for sustainability

Sacrifice convenience for sustainability

Adeira Sherpa, Co-Photo Editor
March 17, 2018
Hollywood says 'Time's Up' to sexual harassment

Hollywood says ‘Time’s Up’ to sexual harassment

Dakota McGranahan, Photo Editor
March 4, 2018
Vegans grind my gears

Vegans grind my gears

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
February 27, 2018
GIF by Rachel Edelstein

Ask Willow: Afraid of being left behind

The Oak Leaf Staff
February 14, 2018
Illustration by Brazilian Artist Lossi.

Happiness: Here and now

Pedro Braga, Staff Writer
February 14, 2018
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