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IEEE-HKN’s Oral History Project

Have you received an email, postcard, or call about the IEEE-HKN Oral History Project? It’s official! We’ve partnered with PCI to collect your stories, update our directory, and preserve the legacy of IEEE-HKN for future generations of engineers.

Whether you want to share how your induction shaped your career or just have questions about how the project works and how your data is protected, we’ve got you covered.

Read our full FAQ and learn how to participate here.

Frequently Asked Questions by Members

 

  1. I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu. Tell me more about the project.

We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu. 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. This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time with Eta Kappa Nu and how the organization 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.

 

  1. Does IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu benefit from this at all?

Yes, in a few ways:

  • Keeps us connected: It helps us update member contact information so we can share important news, networking events, and opportunities.
  • Preserves our history: Collecting and preserving member stories helps celebrate IEEE-HKN’s legacy and ensures our history of excellence is passed down to future generations of engineers and technologists.
  • Strengthens our community: The project reminds members of their meaningful connections to their chapters and the impact the honor society has had on their professional journeys.

 

  1. 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.

 

  1. 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 with IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu 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 Eta Kappa Nu update line at 855-376-9945.
  • 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.

 

  1. 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.

 

  1. Can I choose what information prints in the publication?

The only information that is included in the publication is your name and your chapter, 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 member record for the organization. You may revoke consent for your story and/or photo to appear any time before 2 April 2027 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.

 

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

You can call back at any time before 2 April 2027 to share your story.

 

  1. 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 to be printed (note: the photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope).

 

  1. Can anyone purchase a book?

The IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu Oral History Publication is available for sale only to IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu members.

 

  1. When will I receive my book?

The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project October 2026, the books will be distributed in October 2027.

 

  1. 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.

12. I am an international member and the phone number doesn’t work, what do I do? 

 Although the toll-free number will not work for those who live and work internationally, you will receive an email in March with a link to your record. From this link you can update your contact information, add a story/photo if you wish, and reserve a copy of the book which is completely optional.

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