York College of Pennsylvania Oral History Project

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The Project

York College of Pennsylvania is thrilled to partner with Publishing Concepts (PCI) to collect alumni stories for York College’s first Oral History Project. PCI specializes in publishing directories and oral histories for educational institutions and other organizations nationwide.

Launching in August 2026, this project aims to capture York College’s rich history through the voices and memories of our alumni and community.

We look forward to sharing York College stories through this meaningful project, made possible by the support of our amazing alumni and our partnership with PCI.

To learn more about the status of your story, order or the project, view the FAQ section at the bottom of this page.

What's Your York College Made Story?

Every alum has a unique York College Made story to share. To help spark memories and capture your experiences, York College of Pennsylvania has crafted a set of questions and shared them with PCI. A representative may ask you questions like these and more.

  • When looking back at your time at York College, how do you think you grew or changed, as a person, while you were there?
  • How did your time here help you with life after graduation?
  • What were some things that made your time at York College so memorable?
  • and more!

What to Expect

You will receive emails and/or postcards about the project. While the postcard may look different from previous mail you've received from York College, please note that it is an official communication from the institution, distributed by our partner, PCI.

How to Participate

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 York College of Pennsylvania. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to York College of Pennsylvania 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 are living internationally or are unable to call the update line, please email PCI and they will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo. Email: PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com
  • There is no cost to participate in the oral history project. After your interview, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase a limited-edition coffee table book or a digital archive featuring your story alongside other alumni, or other York College-branded items, but purchasing is entirely optional and not required to share your story.
     

 

Examples of Communications from PCI

Outlook proof email from 'Michelle Shellenberger, York College of Pennsylvania' (noreply@publishingconcepts.com) to Kyle Smith, dated Mon 7/20/2026 10:35 AM, subject '[PROOF] Verification for York College of Pennsylvania Alumni.' The email has a green York College of Pennsylvania banner and a black bar reading 'IMPORTANT: VERIFICATION OF ALUMNI DATA NOW NEEDED — Please Call 1-800-000-0000 within 5 days,' with an Invitation ID and Reference number listed at right. The body, addressed to 'Kyle,' states the se

 

 

A printed letter mockup with an 'IMPORTANT NOTICE' diagonal stamp in the top right corner. The letter text states the sender, a 'YYYY' (placeholder) graduate of York College of Pennsylvania, needs quick verification, and that the college has assembled the alumni's file information and needs help confirming its accuracy and filling gaps. A bordered callout with an arrow icon reads 'That's why it's so important to call 1-800-000-0000 within the next 5 days.' The letter adds that verification is quick and easy

Should you not receive a communication about the project and would like to participate, please contact the PCI York College of Pennsylvania Dedicated Line.
Phone: 1.855.303.9233
Email: PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com

Hours of Operation
Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–9:00 PM (CT)
Saturday: 8 AM–4:45 PM (CT)
Closed Sunday

If your question or concern is not addressed on this page, please contact the York College Office of Alumni Engagement.
Email: alumni@ycp.edu

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for York College of Pennsylvania. 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 York College of Pennsylvania 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.

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 – participating shows support and love for our school

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.

  • 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 York College of Pennsylvania. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip
    provided to York College of Pennsylvania 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 York College of Pennsylvania
    update line at 800.828.8616.
  • If you are living internationally or are unable to call the update line, please email
    PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written
    story and photo.

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.

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 02/12/2027 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1.800.982.1590 or PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.

You can call back at any time before 02/12/2027 to share your story.

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).

The York College of Pennsylvania Oral History Publication is available for sale only to York College of Pennsylvania alumni.

The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project in August 2026, the books will be distributed in August 2027.

Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1.800.982.1590 and they will take care of this for you.