Is it really bad to open with a quote that comes from the school's catologue?

College Essays
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<p>I'm writing my Georgetown essay and it's about relating my goals to my interest in studying at Georgetown.</p>

<p>One of the first reasons Georgetown caught my eye was this quote by a Gtown professor in one of the brochures I got last year about the importance of giving back to community. Since that really reflect my motivation behind my goals (I want to become a teacher), I sort of wanted to show the fact that Georgetown's spirit and attitude connect to my own.</p>

<p>Does that sound okay or is that tacky/trite/just plain wrong to use a quote from the school's own brochure.</p>

<p>Need an answer ASAP please!
Thanks :)</p>

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<p>I think it shows that you can't think for yourself. </p>

<p>Georgetown is the academic heart of DC...one of the most progressive, knowledgable and unique thinking locations in the United States. They don't want students who can regurgitate information. </p>

<p>Who can't copy a sentence?</p>

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<p>I can't.... my ctrl and v buttons are broken D:</p>

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<p>ITS FINE if your approach is personal and original</p>