Oral History Project

Every LeTourneau graduate has a story, and we want to hear yours!

With more than 28,000 alumni worldwide, we believe that every member of the LeTourneau family has a unique story to tell about their time at LeTourneau. That’s why LeTourneau is embarking on an oral history project to collect your story—in your own words.

Calling All Yellow Jackets: Participate in LeTourneau's Oral History Project!

The Office of Alumni Relations is excited to announce the start of the LeTourneau Oral History Project designed to capture the rich history and memories of our alumni community.

We have partnered with Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) to collect stories from Yellow Jackets around the world to preserve your memories and celebrate LeTourneau’s impact on your life.

By sharing your memories, you’ll contribute to a celebration of the diverse journeys of LeTourneau graduates and the vibrant history of the University.

How It Works

Participating in the project is simple! Keep an eye out for postcards and emails with a phone number to call in and share your story over the phone (see postcard and email samples in FAQs).

During the call, we will also verify your contact information to ensure that we have the most up-to-date information in our system. Rest assured, all personal information will be kept confidential and used only for this purpose.

You will be able to buy The LeTourneau Oral History Project book or digital publication during the call, as well as some custom branded merchandise, but the purchase is absolutely optional! You can just reconfirm your contact information and record your story; no purchase necessary.

What to Talk About

There are endless possibilities when it comes to sharing your LeTourneau memories. Here are just a few ideas to kick-start your story: 

• What was your favorite class? Who was your favorite professor?
• Did you play any sports or were you active in any clubs or organizations?
• Did you have any internships during your time at LeTourneau? How did you get them and what did they mean to you for your career and life after graduation?

What Happens Next

Stories will be compiled into a special book available for purchase as well as a digital version. Along the way, participants will also have the option to purchase exclusive branded merchandise. Please Note: No purchase is necessary; you can share your story and update your information without purchasing the book, digital publication, or the merchandise.

Frequently Asked Questions

I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about LeTourneau University.  Tell me more about the project.  Is this legit?

Yes, we have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for LeTourneau University.  PCI is a family-owned business based in Dallas, Texas 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 LeTourneau and how the school helped shape you.  And, while we have you on the phone, we want to make sure your contact information is up to date.

Does LeTourneau 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

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.

I would like to verify or update my information and share a story. How may 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 LeTourneau University. Your story will be recorded and the sound clip provided to LeTourneau 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 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.

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 12/31/2026 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / customerservice@publishingconcepts.com.

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

You can call back at any time before 12/31/2026 to share your story.

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).

Can anyone purchase a book?

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

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.

You will be contacted by our trusted partner PCI by postcard and email communication asking you to give them a call and tell your story.

If you have questions about the project or the process of sharing your story, you can contact PCI directly:

You may also contact the LeTourneau Alumni office:

Beginning in May 2026, we will be teaming up with our partner Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) to collect stories from LeTourneau alumni and preserve them in a book that celebrates the impact LeTourneau has had on your lives and who you are today.  This project is in conjunction with our 80th Anniversary!