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The Peak‘s proofreader is responsible for finding factual, typographical, and stylistic problems in articles. The position is paid $85 per week. Applicants can fill out the form below or submit a paper copy to the Peak offices at MBC 2900. Candidates are invited to make a one-minute presentation on their qualifications at the Peak offices at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26th, and may face questions; voting will then proceed until 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2nd. Anyone who has been published in at least two issues this summer is eligible to vote, but any SFU student may apply.

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