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Oral History Project – FAQs

Oral History Project – FAQs

1. I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story
about West Liberty University. Tell me more about the project.
We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for West Liberty University. PCI is a family-owned business based in Dallas, TX that has published directories for
educational institutions, fraternities, sororities, and military organizations across the nation for over 100
years. This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time at West Liberty
University and how the school helped to shape your life since then. And, while we have you on the phone,
we want to make sure your contact information is up to date.

2. Does West Liberty University benefit from this at all?
Yes, in a few different ways:

  • Updated Information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage alumni
  • Legacy – sharing and collecting stories preserves the history of our school
  • Revenue – generates non-dues revenue for alumni programs
  • Pride – wearing apparel shows support and love for our school

3. How do I know my information will only be used for Oral History Project purposes?
PCI is committed to protecting your information. The names, addresses and information provided to PCI for
the publication of the Oral History Project will be held confidential by PCI, except to the extent that they are
utilized in, or in the preparation of, the Oral History Project and except as required by court order or law.

4. I would like to verify or update my information and share a story. How can I do this?

  • If you have received a postcard or an email with a telephone number, you may call the number to speak
    with a dedicated representative for the Oral History Project. The representative will verify the
    information we have on file for you, make any updates where needed, and then ask you to share your
    story about your time at West Liberty University. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided
    to West Liberty University at the conclusion of the project.
  • If you have received an email with an embedded link, you may go to the online site to review your
    information and submit a story.
  • If you did not receive a postcard or email, you may call the dedicated West Liberty University update line
    at 8667604138.
  • If you are living internationally or are unable to call the update line, please email
    customerservice@publishingconcepts.com . PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your
    written story and photo.

5. How can I participate if I am Deaf/Hard of Hearing?
If you would like to participate and are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, please email
customerservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written
story and photo.

6. Can I choose what information prints in the publication?
The only information that is included in the publication is your name, class year and degree, along with your
story and photo. No contact information is printed. When you call to update your contact information, it will
only be used to update your alumni record for the school/alumni association. You may revoke consent for
your story and/or photo to appear any time before 11/08/2024 by contacting PCI’s customer service
helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / customerservice@publishingconcepts.com .

7. I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.
You can call back at any time before 11/08/2024 to share your story.

8. I shared a story and the representative said I could send a photo. How do I do this?
You will receive an email with a link to upload one photo (black and white or color) plus a caption.
If you have also purchased a book but do not have an email address on file, you will be sent a photo mailer to
send a physical photo in to be printed (note: the photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed,
stamped envelope).

9. Can anyone purchase a book?
The West Liberty University Oral History Publication is available for sale only to West Liberty University
alumni.

10. When will I receive my book?
The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project in May 2024,
the books will be distributed in May 2025.

11. I ordered a book / package over the phone and would like to cancel my order. How do I do this?
Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 and they will take care of this for you.

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