<p>I plan on applying to UNC, which one of my very good friend's dad is a graduate. Since he is a CEO of a major corporation I was wondering about getting a rec from him. Is this a good idea, bad idea, pointless?</p>
<p>One of the admissions counselors on this website(I forget which school) said that having a famous alumni write your recommendation letter is hurtful to your application.</p>
<p>Any reason why?</p>
<p>Thompson??</p>