The memories and stories shared by the sons of Hampden-Sydney are the lifeblood through which the Hampden-Sydney legacy will endure for another 250 years. As part of the celebration of Hampden-Sydney’s 250th anniversary, the College is partnering with Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) to compile and produce an oral history publication—ensuring that your legacy will live on in perpetuity to inspire, inform, and entertain generations of Tigers to come.

You may receive an email, postcard and phone call from PCI asking for some personal information and a story about your time as a Hampden-Sydney student. We want to hear all your fondest memories from your time on the Hill:

  • What professor inspired you most?
  • Did you make lifelong friends during your time at Hampden-Sydney?
  • Were you on campus during a historical moment?
  • Did you find your professional calling while at H-SC?

Tell your Tale

Call the designated Hampden-Sydney phone line to share your story: 888-373-1214. Phones will be active:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM (CT)
Saturday, 8 AM - 4:45 PM (CT)
Closed Sunday
The best times to call are early Monday morning or Wednesday-Friday.

Or email customerservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.

The Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) Partnership

PCI is a nation-wide, family-owned business based in Dallas that has published directories for educational institutions, fraternities, sororities and military organizations for over 100 years. This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time at Hampden-Sydney College and how it helped to shape your life since then. While the PCI representative has you on the phone, we will want to make sure your contact information on file with Hampden-Sydney is up to date.

Please note, PCI is committed to protecting your information. The names, addresses and information provided to PCI for the publication of the H-SC Oral History Project will be held confidential by PCI, except to the extent that they are utilized in, or in the preparation of, the H-SC Oral History Project and except as required by court order or law.

PCI is facilitating this project at no cost to Hampden-Sydney College. During the call, PCI will offer you the opportunity to purchase the Oral History Book, in addition to other H-SC 250th-branded merchandise exclusive to this project. Your participation is entirely voluntary, and there is no obligation to make any purchases whether you shared your story or not. Rest assured, making a purchase is not required to have your story told in the book being produced. Your decision to make a purchase or not will not impact your story’s inclusion in the book, and your story remains an essential part of this meaningful project.

Be on the Lookout for...

Postcards and emails from PCI. Follow the steps to update your information and set up a time to share your story with one of PCI’s staff interviewers.

Frequently Asked Questions by Alumni

    Who is PCI and why are they contacting me?

    We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for Hampden-Sydney College. 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 Hampden-Sydney College 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.

    Does Hampden-Sydney benefit from this?

    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
    • Pride – wearing apparel shows support and love for our school
    • Royalties – from each purchase of the oral history publication

    What is PCI doing with my personal information?

    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.

    How do I 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 Hampden-Sydney College. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to Hampden-Sydney College 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 customerservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.

    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.

    What personal information is printed 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 February 21, 2025, by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / customerservice@publishingconcepts.com.  

    What is the deadline to share my story?

    You can call back at any time before February 21, 2025, to share your story.

    How do I share a photo?

    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).

    Can anyone purchase a book?

    The Hampden-Sydney College Oral History Publication is available for sale only to Hampden-Sydney College alumni and community members.

    How do I cancel my order?

    Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 and they will take care of this for you.

    Is my story guaranteed to be published in the book?

    Hampden-Sydney reserves all rights of editorial discretion.