Oral History Project

Every Marauder has a story, and Millersville wants to hear yours! 

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Project Update (MARch 2025):

Every Marauder has a story, and thanks to the overwhelming response from our alumni, we have collected over 1,000 incredible stories! The Millersville Memories project was launched to capture and preserve the impact Millersville University has had on your lives. From unforgettable friendships to career-defining moments, these stories will soon be brought to life in a beautifully crafted keepsake book.

The story collection phase, which ran from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, has now concluded. We sincerely thank everyone who took the time to share their experiences and contribute to this historic project!

Making a Difference: $11,000 Raised for Students

Beyond preserving alumni stories, this project has made a direct impact on current Millersville students. Through book and merchandise sales, over $11,000 was raised, and we are thrilled to share that these funds will directly support the Millersville EPPIIC Student Compassion Fund. This fund provides emergency financial assistance to students facing unexpected hardships, helping them stay on track to complete their education.

Your participation didn’t just celebrate our history—it is actively shaping the future for Marauders in need. Thank you for making a difference!

What’s Next?

The Millersville Memories book is now in the proofing stage. PCI, our trusted partner for this project, is finalizing the editing and production process. We expect the book to be completed by late spring 2025, with alumni who placed orders receiving their books and merchandise in late spring to early summer 2025.

Did You Order a Book or Millersville Gear?

If you ordered the Millersville Memories book or any exclusive Millersville-branded merchandise (such as a blanket or pullover), your items are scheduled to ship once production is complete. We appreciate your patience and support as we finalize this special project.

PCI Partnership

With our limited resources, we couldn’t have taken on this initiative alone. Our partnership with PCI allowed us to collect, edit, and produce this collection of alumni stories efficiently. Please note that Millersville University has NOT sold your contact information or used it for outside marketing purposes. The information shared was strictly for this project to keep alumni connected to the 'Ville.

Stay Connected

Even though the story collection phase has ended, we always want to hear from our alumni! If you’ve recently moved or changed your contact details, please update your information so you can stay connected with Millersville and receive future alumni news, events, and opportunities.

Thank you, Marauders, for sharing your "hymns of praise and loyalty!" We can’t wait for you to see the final book and relive the incredible stories that make our alumni community so special.

FAQs

  • I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about Millersville University. Tell me more about the project. 

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

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  • Does Millersville University benefit from this at all?
    Yes, in a few different ways:

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

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  • 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 Millersville University. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to Millersville 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 Millersville University update line at 855-285-0677.

    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.
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  • 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.

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  • 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 12/31/2024 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / customerservice@publishingconcepts.com.

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  • I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.

    You can call back at any time before 12/31/2024 to share your story.

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  • 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).

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  • Can anyone purchase a book?

    The Millersville University Oral History Publication is available for sale only to Millersville University alumni.

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  • When will I receive my book?

    The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project in July 2024, the books will be distributed in July 2025.

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  • 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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  • Who can I talk to at Millersville if I have additional questions?

    Please contact Joshua Belice, '08/'10M, Director of Alumni Engagement by email (joshua.belice@millersville.edu) or by calling 717-871-5707.

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