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A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
The Student Senate voted to include pronoun preference as an input field at registration, meaning students will be able to add their preferred gender pronouns in the same way as they now add their preferred name.

Statewide Student Senate votes to include pronoun preference at registration

Lauren A. Spates, PALS and Managing Editor
April 19, 2020
SRJC students can visit their student portal and click SGA Spring 2020 Election to vote for their representatives.

SRJC student government elections open through midnight April 17

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 15, 2020
The California Community Colleges chancellor announced Tuesday that CSUs and UCs will accept for transfer both pass/no pass grading and incomplete credits and that the state will make an additional $300 million in student aid available in light of the hardship students are facing during the coronavirus pandemic.

CSUs and UCs to accept pass/no pass, incomplete credits for transfer

Zane Zinkl, Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2020
If the articles 10 workout ideas dont seem challenging enough, invite your dog to participate.

Easy at-home workouts; (Add dog for difficulty)

Kayla Beaton, Sports Writer
April 8, 2020
SRJC and others are providing resources for students to help with online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Loaner laptops and free internet for students

Alden Nichols, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020
Students of all ages across the North Bay report Zoomboming, the digital hijacking of their online learning sessions, with varying degrees of severity ranging from irritating mischief to offensive, racist diatribes.

North Bay Zoombombing: From hateful actions to harmless antics

Lauren A. Spates, Staff Writer
April 6, 2020
A hippie survivalist fooding in its favorite environment.

Opinion: Confessions of a hippie survivalist

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
April 3, 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

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
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

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2020
Spring sports cancelled indefinitely; Athletes given another season of eligibility

Spring sports cancelled indefinitely; Athletes given another season of eligibility

Kayla Beaton, Sports Writer
March 19, 2020

Depriving myself of coffee for 24 hours — while working at Starbucks

Griffin Schouten, Staff Writer
March 19, 2020
SRJC joins hundreds of schools that are now closed during the global outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. In a letter to the college community about the virus SRJC President Sr. Chong said, We will be assessing the situation and engaging in planning over the spring break and will inform the community of possible future closures.

Dr. Frank Chong discusses SRJC temporary closure as a result of Coronavirus

Luke Morrow, News Editor
March 12, 2020
Students and faculty come together in the Bertolini Rotary Center for a presentation on body image and mental health held by the SRJC PEERS Coalition

PEERS Coalition holds body image and mental health presentation at SRJC

Jonathan Bigall, Staff Writer
March 12, 2020
The Swedish exchange students were expected to arrive March 25, but the plans were canceled this semester due to fears of COVID-19.

Another coronavirus casualty: SRJC’s Swedish program

Alden Nichols, Staff Writer
March 12, 2020

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

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2020
Santa Rosa Junior College students received notices for class cancellation in response to Coronavirus beginning Thursday at 5 p.m via email and text.

Coronavirus and SRJC: Continued Updates

Oak Leaf Staff
March 12, 2020
To limit sales, Staples customers in Santa Rosa, Petaluma and Sonoma are no longer able to buy hand sanitizer without speaking to a manager first.

Masks in short supply amid coronavirus concerns, but are they helpful?

Nick Vides, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2020
Hard to follow plotlines while failing to appeal to a younger crowd, both The Selfie Man and Friend Request scare viewers for all the wrong reasons.

Horrible Horror: Awful internet-themed horror movies I’ve watched so you don’t have to

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
March 3, 2020
Bear Cubs left-handed slapper Anna Zoia-Buescher hits the ball to left field for a base hit in a 17-0 home victory Feb. 25 at Santa Rosa Junior College.

Bear Cubs women’s softball puts on a hitting clinic in a decisive victory

Kayla Beaton, Sports Editor
February 27, 2020
Sophomores power Bear Cubs to win over American River

Sophomores power Bear Cubs to win over American River

Ian MacGregor, Sports Editor
February 20, 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
Birds of Prey rejuvenates the tired tropes of the comic book movie genre by blowing viewers away with stunning visuals and relatable moments that excite the common feminist movie goer.

“Birds of Prey”: A comic book movie made by and for women

Alex Fuller, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
Noah Rennard delivers a pitch to a Laney College batter in the sixth inning of the Bear Cubs 4-0 win Thursday at SRJC. Rennard was masterful, pitching into the eighth inning without allowing a hit.

Bear Cubs baseball shuts out Laney College

Kayla Beaton, Sports Editor
February 11, 2020
The novel coronavirus is a zoonotic virus originating in animals. The virus is believed to have been transmitted to humans at an open-air market in China towards the end of 2019. Sonoma County Department of Health and SRJC Student Health Services are advising precautions despite the low risk of the virus spreading from the seven confirmed cases in California.

Risk of coronavirus spread low in California among seven confirmed cases

Luke Morrow, News 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
An SRJC student with a sparkling Guayaki relaxes along the fences of the Analy village on Jan 28.

Is caffeine the new water?

Maisie French, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
Zayin and Aurora, thought to be the youngest campers on the Joe Rodota Trail, sit outside their tent with their pitbulls Hitty and Fawn while fellow residents check on the couple, thought to be the youngest on the trail.

“It’s not terrible out here, but it sucks”: The youngest couple on the Joe Rodota Trail 

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
January 31, 2020
A Joe Rodota Trail resident makes his opinion of the noise pollution known with this message facing passing traffic: PEOPLE WHO HONK HAVE LITTLE DICKS.

The sounds of the Joe Rodota Trail

James Domizio and Alex Fuller, Oak Leaf Staff
January 30, 2020
Student on the street: Super Bowl Edition

Student on the street: Super Bowl Edition

Marilyn Santos and Luke Morrow
January 30, 2020

What do trail residents want?

Nick Vides and Alden Nichols
January 30, 2020
After Bailey showed up on Nikkis doorstep in Nebraska, the two moved to California and now live on the Joe Rodota Trail.

Owning a house pet — without the house

Kayla Beaton and Jonathan Bigall, Oak Leaf Staff
January 29, 2020
A two-story structure on the trail has taken its resident months to perfect.

Carefully Constructed: Trail residents build meaning into their shelters

Ian MacGregor, Sports Editor
January 29, 2020
Humans of the Joe Rodota Trail: Chayo

Humans of the Joe Rodota Trail: Chayo

Lauren A. Spates, Editor
January 28, 2020
Seth Hagedon, the self-appointed comedian of the Joe Rodota Trail homeless community, admires the artistic spirit and energy along the trail and thinks many of the residents are happy to live on the street.

Humans of the Joe Rodota Trail: Seth

Mike Combs, Staff Writer
January 28, 2020
Steve, 33, surveys his camp in preparation for his move elsewhere on Jan. 31, the deadline for Joe Rodota residents to vacate the trail.

Humans of the Joe Rodota Trail: Steve

Oak Leaf Staff
January 28, 2020
Tina, 50, sits with her chihuahua in her camp on the Joe Rodota Trail.

Humans of the Joe Rodota Trail: Tina

Jacqueline Gutierrez, Staff Writer
January 28, 2020
County Project Manager Bruce Overson and Pallet Shelter Founder and CEO Amy King discuss the site Jan. 23 at the Los Guilicos Village in Santa Rosa.

County readies services, 60 temporary houses for homeless on Joe Rodota Trail

Luke Morrow, News Editor
January 28, 2020
Latina protesters chant “si se puede,” which is Spanish for “yes we can, to show their support of the speakers in Old Courthouse square.

Santa Rosa Women’s March focuses on climate change

Luke Morrow, News Editor
January 21, 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

Zane Zinkl and James Domizio
January 6, 2020
Firefighters, police officers and Healdsburg city staff gather Friday, Nov. 8 at the Healdsburg Plaza on the night of Coming Together in Gratitude, days after the Kincade Fire.

Evacuating Healdsburg: My experience fleeing home during the Kincade Fire

Jose Gonzalez, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
The challenge is to go 24 hours without digital devices and internet access to test capacity for a disconnected life.

The digital detox diary: My 24-hour device-free diet

Mark Fernquest, Co-Magazine Editor
December 12, 2019
“That’s just how it is”: Trials and tribulations of modern day dating

“That’s just how it is”: Trials and tribulations of modern day dating

Allison Khadoo, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
When we post the past: How social media shapes identity

When we post the past: How social media shapes identity

Téa Lindsey, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Double life: Classes by day, jokes by night

Double life: Classes by day, jokes by night

Riley Palmer, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2019
Baseball players at all levels are hitting more home runs than ever before, leading players, coaches and managers to ask why.

Juiced players vs. juiced balls: Experts debate reasons for home run highs

Kayla Beaton, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
SRJC safety Kasey Kikuyama demonstrates a perfect form tackle against Fresno College Sept. 7. Though there is slight helmet to helmet contact, Kikuyama leads with his shoulder and wraps up nicely.

Tackling adversity: Bear Cubs change with the game

Ian MacGregor, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Santa Rosans will need to make major adjustments to their lifestyles in order to survive climate change.

Regeneration: four ways to survive climate change

Mark Fernquest, Co-Magazine Editor
December 12, 2019
Drummer Rafael Bañuelos, 21, performs on Nov. 9 at 3 Disciples Brewing in Santa Rosa during an Incredulous show.

Garages and bedrooms and bars: Making it big in Sonoma County

Séamus Reed, A&E Editor
December 12, 2019
SRJC conducted a survey last spring asking students to report on their mental health during the last 12 months..

BCARE SRJC’s improved crisis response team

Sam McMinimy, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Trustee Don Edgar battles sleep during Tuesdays Board of Trustees meeting.

Board of Trustees investigates one of its own

Dakota McGranahan, Co-Features Editor
December 10, 2019
Action Bronson, is a native of the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York. His music is influenced by New York culture, his culinary background, and his affinity for Sports Cars.

Action Bronson’s “Lamb Over Rice”: Groovy but abrupt

Séamus Reed, Arts and Entertainment Editor
December 9, 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

James Domizio, Staff Writer
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

James Domizio, News Writer
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

James Domizio, Staff Writer
November 26, 2019
Students from Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University have come together for their production of the broadway play The Sound of Music from Nov. 22 to Dec. 8 at the Evert B. Peterson Theatre building in SSU.

SRJC’s “The Sound of Music” at Sonoma State

Abraham Fuentes, Photo Editor
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”

James Domizio, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Students from Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University have come together for their production of the broadway play The Sound of Music from Nov. 22 to Dec. 8 at the Evert B. Peterson Theatre building in SSU.

“The Sound of Music” arrives at Sonoma State

Jesse Kapukui, Co-Features Editor
November 22, 2019
Lil Peeps final album was released Nov. 12, 2019.

“Everybody’s Everything”: Lil Peep’s influence remains alive

Sam McMinimy, Staff Writer
November 20, 2019
In A24s The Lighthouse, actors Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson battle the sea and their psyches.

“The Lighthouse”: The horror aquatic

Séamus Reed, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 20, 2019
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