Worth Getting a LoR From?

[Utenation]

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My uncle graduated from OHSU and now he's a millionaire (works in the business side of medicine now). I think he donates to the school, but I'd need to ask to be sure. He said he'd be happy to write me a LoR if I want. If he does donate to OHSU, would it be worth it to have him write me a LoR for my OHSU app?

 

[mystifire]

LORs from family members are unprofessional, tacky, and never appropriate.

 

[jd989898]

I think it's a general rule not to get LORs for anything from family members.

 

[Utenation]

Yeah I had my suspicions, but good to know. Thanks guys!

 

[chillaxbro]

No one has to know he's your uncle 😎

 

[Utenation]

No one has to know he's your uncle 😎

Haha good point. Except he does share my same less common last name...