<p>My great-uncle, whom I know very well and am close with, was on the Engineering faculty and went on to become Director of Undergraduate Studies at a CC Top School (non-Ivy). I would like to use this rather high connection to my advantage, but since he didn't actually attend the school, I can't list him as an alumnus relative. How might I let the adcoms know of my relation to him? Would it be appropriate to include in the application?</p>
<p>I would like to join your question. My D is applying to a college where my husband (and her farther) was a faculty member. He left six years ago, but she actually grew on that campus and dreams of coming back. Is there a way to use the connection? The school is very competitive, within top 12, so I would like to raise her chances. Also, she needs to explain why there were no campus visits.</p>
<p>same here, my father used to work at this university that im appying to. do past connections not including alumni relations help?</p>
<p>Will anyone help us?</p>
<p>Isn't this why every application has a section for "additional information"?</p>
<p>Handyandy: There is an additional info section on the common app, but not on the school supplements. I suppose I could make a specific Common App version for X University and note it there. I'm just wondering if there is something that people usually do in this situation.</p>