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New York Institute of Technology's Office of Alumni Relations is pleased to announce that we have partnered with Publishing Concepts (PCI) to publish two oral history coffee table books: one for all of New York Tech and one for NYITCOM as they soon will be celebrating 50 years of the Long Island campus and 10 years of the Arkansas campus.
PCI is a trusted and valued partner.
Below are some frequently asked questions. If you have a question that is not answered below, please contact us at alumni@nyit.edu or 516.686.7800.
If you did not receive communications, lost or deleted a postcard or email, please contact 1.866.477.4103 if you would like to participate in the project.
PCI Contact Information:
Customer Service Helpdesk: 1.800.982.1590
PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM (CT), Saturday: 8 AM - 4:45 PM (CT), Closed Sunday
FAQs
Q: I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about New York Institute of Technology. Tell me more about the project.
A: We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for New York Institute of Technology. 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 New York Institute of Technology 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.
Q: Does New York Institute of Technology benefit from this at all?
A: Yes, in a few different ways:
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- 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
- Support - proceeds from each purchase support New York Tech and NYITCOM students.
Q: How do I know my information will only be used for Oral History Project purposes?
A: 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.
Q: I would like to verify or update my information and share a story. How can I do this?
A: Great! You have a few options:
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- 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 New York Institute of Technology or NYITCOM. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to New York Institute of Technology and NYITCOM 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 New York Institute of Technology/NYITCOM update line at 1.866.477.4103.
- 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.
Q: How can I participate if I am Deaf/Hard of Hearing?
A: 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.
Q: Can I choose what information prints in the publication?
A: 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 January 23, 2026, by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1.800.982.1590 or PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.
Q: I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.
A: You can call back at any time before January 23, 2026, to share your story.
Q: I shared a story and the representative said I could send a photo. How do I do this?
A: You will receive an email with a link to upload one photo (black and white or color) plus a caption.
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- 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).
Q: Can anyone purchase a book?
A: New York Institute of Technology's Oral History Publications are available for sale only to New York Institute of Technology and NYITCOM alumni.
Q: When will I receive my book?
A: The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12-13 months. Since we began the project in July of 2025, the books will be distributed in August of 2026.
Q: I ordered a book / package over the phone and would like to cancel my order. How do I do this?
A: Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1.800.982.1590 and they will take care of this for you.
Postcard and Email Samples
Sample Postcard for New York Tech
Sample Postcard for NYITCOM
Sample Email for New York Tech
Sample Email for NYITCOM
OPTIONAL: For purchase from PCI
During the call, alumni will be given the opportunity to reserve their copy of the book or digital publication before the end of the phone call. An apparel set and/or travel bag can be packaged with the book for additional savings or purchased separately. Other New York Tech and NYITCOM branded apparel items will be available exclusively via our online shop for alumni interested in other products outside of those offered over the phone.
PCI also offers an 11” x 7” printed image of their story and photo that is ready for framing as an option they can add to their order.
Alumni can reserve by making their payment via credit card or check over the phone (using routing and account numbers) as well as receiving an invoice. Payments can be broken up into two payments with the first payment taken at the time of the call and the second payment 30 days later. Apparel will not be mailed until Summer 2026.
REMINDER, no purchase is necessary to participate in the project.
Product listing with pricing:
Loyalty Package 1: $624.96 ($579.98 + $44.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Includes: Hardbound Book, Digital Publication, Apparel Set (Sweatshirt & T-shirt), Travel Bag and Memory Print
Loyalty Package 2: $529.96 ($489.98 + $39.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Includes: Hardbound Book, Digital Publication, Apparel Set (Sweatshirt & T-shirt), and Travel Bag
Pride Package: $399.96 ($369.98 + $29.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Includes: Hardbound Book, Digital Publication, Apparel Set (Sweatshirt & T-shirt)
Value Package: $289.96 ($269.98 + 19.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Includes: Hardbound + Digital Publication
Hardbound Book: $199.96 ($179.98 + $19.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Digital Publication: $179.98
Apparel Set: $104.96 ($89.98 + $14.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Includes: Sweatshirt and t-shirt
Travel Bag: $129.96 ($109.98 + $19.98 S&H + state sales tax)
Memory Print: $94.96 ($89.98 + $4.98 S&H + state sales tax)