Every KDR has a story and the Fraternity wants to hear yours!
The Kappa Delta Rho Oral History Project is a new project we started to collect the stories of alumni in their own words. These stories will be preserved in a book that celebrates the impact the Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity has had on your life and who you are today. We are so excited to get started because every year we don’t capture and preserve these stories feels like a lost opportunity! As part of this project, we are also taking the opportunity to learn more about our alumni and to make it easier for you to stay connected to Kappa Delta Rho. PCI will help us collect updated contact information from members who have moved, switched email addresses, or landed a new job.
Frequently Asked Questions by Members
- I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho. Is this a legitimate project or is it a scam?
It’s a legitimate endeavor! We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho. 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 almost 100 years. This project allows National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho to hear about your personal experiences and explain how National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho has helped shape your lives. - Does National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho benefit from this at all?
Yes, in a few different ways:
a. Updated Information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage members
b. Legacy – preserves the history of our Fraternity
c. Revenue – generates donation revenue for member educational programs
d. Pride – wearing apparel shows support and love for our organization - 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. 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. - 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 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 National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho. Your story will be recorded and the sound clip provided to National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho 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.
- 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 / 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 to share your story. - 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 (black and white or color) plus captions. 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 physical photos in to be printed (note: photos will be returned if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope). - 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. - Can anyone purchase a book?
The National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho Oral History Publication is available for sale only to National Fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho members. - 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.