Oral History Project – FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capitol Page Oral History Project
- I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about my U.S. Capitol Page experiences. Tell me more about the project.
We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for the U.S. Capitol Page Alumni Association. 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, including our 2020 Capitol Page Directory. This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time serving as a Page on Capitol Hill and how the Page Program 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. Please note that is this an “opt-in” project only. You will only be included in the book with your name and page information (chamber, year of service, sponsor) if you submit an oral history or story. No personal contact information will be included for any former Page.
2. Does U.S. Capitol Page Alumni Association benefit from this at all?
Yes, in a few different ways:
- Updated Information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage former Pages
- Legacy – sharing and collecting stories preserves the history of the Page programs
- Revenue – generates some non-dues revenue for our programs
3. 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. No personal contact information will be included in the Oral History book.
4. 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 serving as a Page on Capitol Hill. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to U.S. Capitol Page Alumni Association 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 Capitol Page Oral History update line at 1-877-259-2956.
- 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.
5. 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.
6. Can I choose what information prints in the publication?
The only information that is included in the publication is your name and your former Page details (Chamber, Year, Sponsor), 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 record for the organization. You may revoke consent for your story and/or photo to appear any time before June 5, 2026, by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.
7. I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.
You can call back at any time before June 5, 2026, to share your story.
8. 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 can send a physical photo in to be printed (note: the photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope).
9. Can anyone purchase a book?
The U.S. Capitol Page Alumni Association Oral History Publication is available for sale only to former Pages.
10. When will I receive my book?
The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12-13 months. Since we began the project in December of 2025, the books will be distributed in January of 2027.
11. 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.
If you still have questions, contact us at alumni@capitolpagealumni.org. Thank you.
