Oral History Project

Your Story Matters

Your time on campus was meaningful and with our Lion Tales audio archive, we want to preserve that story for future generations to enjoy.

Lion Tales Oral History Project

The A&M-Commerce Alumni Association is compiling Lion Tales, a historical collection of stories from Lion alumni who attended A&M-Commerce. Once published, Lion Tales will be a keepsake volume of shared personal experiences about Lion life.

Old picture of the A&M-Commerce campus.

We Want to Hear Your Story!

Every A&M-Commerce alumnus holds at least one special memory, story or experience about their college days. We want to hear yours! No story is too small or insignificant. Sometimes the smallest moments make the biggest impact.

We are gathering as many stories and memories as possible. The more stories we collect, the more meaningful the Lion Tales volume will be.

How to Share

If you received a postcard or an email with a telephone number, please call and speak with a representative for the Oral History Project. The representative will:

  • Verify the information we have on file for you and make necessary updates.
  • Ask some questions that will prompt you to share a story or memory about your experience at A&M-Commerce.
  • Provide an opportunity for you to join the alumni association and/or pre-order the Lion Tales book if you choose.

If you did not receive a postcard or email, you may call the A&M-Commerce update line at 1.855.890.9251.

Thank you for sharing your Lion tale!

Frequently Asked Questions

I'd like to add/remove info from my story.

You will receive an email prior to publication with a link to review your transcribed story and make any edits.

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Does Texas A&M University-Commerce benefit from this?

Yes, A&M-Commerce benefits in a few different ways:

  • Updated information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage alumni
  • Legacy – preserves the history of our school
  • Revenue – generates non-dues revenue for alumni programs
  • Pride – promotes support and love for A&M-Commerce through university-branded apparel sales as part of book packages
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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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When will I receive my book?

The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project in June 2021, the books will be distributed in early July 2022.

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Can anyone purchase a book?

The Texas A&M University-Commerce Oral History Publication is available for sale only to A&M-Commerce alumni.

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I shared a story and the representative said I could send some photos. How do I do this?

You will receive an email with a link to upload up to two photos plus captions.

If you purchased a book but do not have an email address on file, you will be sent a photo mailer to submit physical photos to be included in the project. Photos will be returned to you if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

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I updated my information but need some more time to think about what story to tell. How can I share my story when I’m ready?

You can call back at any time to share your story.

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Can I choose what information prints in the publication?

When you call to update your information, you can tell the representative if you prefer any of your information be excluded. You can also communicate your preferences to PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1.800.982.1590 or Customer Services or to the Alumni Association directly.

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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 the law. Upon completion of the project, PCI will redact PII (Personal Identifiable Information) from any and all electronic files that we have supplied or were produced by PCI in connection with the production of the Oral History Project.

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I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about my time at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Is this a legitimate project, or is it a scam?

It’s legit! We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an oral history publication for Texas A&M University-Commerce. 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 almost 100 years. This project allows A&M-Commerce to hear about your personal experiences and how your alma mater has helped shape your life.

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I would like to 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 all the information we have on file for you, make any updates where needed, then ask you to share your story about your time at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Your story will be recorded and the sound clip provided to A&M-Commerce 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 A&M-Commerce update line at 1.855.890.9251.
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Contact Us

  • P.O. Box 3011
  • Commerce, TX 75429-3011
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