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Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG.

Interested in running for Student Council? Want to know more about the positions up for election? Then come to Paces cafe this Sunday night to talk to current StuCo members about their experiences and advice. All the while enjoy the wonderful Paces Cafe atmosphere and free coffee brought to you by Student Council. We hope to see you there!

Platforms are due by the 29th; examples of past platforms can be found here.

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