Paul K. Graham
What part of your genealogical education would you like to elevate this year? If it is advanced methodology, check out the courses we are offering in 2020: Corpus Juris: Advanced Legal Concepts for Genealogy, Coordinator: Judy G. Russell, JD, CG, CGL Applying Standards to Appraise Genealogical Work, Coordinator: Jeanne Larzalere Bloom, CG Meeting Standards: Using […]
In tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans, the followingorganizations are holding special events throughout the month of November: Library of Congress National Archives and Records Administration November 3: NARA is hosting Native American Stories Family Day November 23: Celebration with Wampanoag National Singers and Dancers held at the John F. Kennedy […]
Today, more Americans claim descent from at least one Cherokee ancestor than any other Native American group. Is there a Native American story in your family or would you just like to learn more about Native American research? Over the last several years, digitization of Indian records and advances in DNA testing have helped open […]
All genealogists face record loss at some time or another due to researching in a burned county. But record loss is not just a result of fire. There are other disasters, intentional or otherwise, that can lead to missing records. That discovery leads to disappointment and frustration! What is a genealogist to do? In SLIG […]
Instructors: Rick Fogarty Billie Stone Fogarty, MEd Paul K. Graham, CG, AG Melissa Johnson, CG Paula Stuart-Warren, CG, FMGS, FUGA Course Description: Many people have stories of Native American ancestors in their family history but do not know where to begin breaking down these brick walls. This course is designed for both the genealogist trying […]
Course Coordinator: Kelvin L. Meyers Instructors: Victor S. Dunn, CG Paul K. Graham, AG, CG Patricia L. Hobbs, CG Angela Packer McGhie, CG Judy G. Russell, JD, CG, CGL Michael L. Strauss, AG Ari Wilkins Description: We all face it: record loss. Whether the courthouse burned, the clerk tossed them, the relative, autograph hunter, lawyer […]
Course Description: Successful professional genealogists base their success in the research techniques that they use. This course is framed on the genealogical proof standard, focusing on processes used by successful professional genealogists. The course will teach means of efficient project management to achieve reliable results. Course Coordinator: Michael G. Hait, CG, CGL Additional Instructors: Catherine B. […]
Coordinator: Angie Bush, MS Other Instructors: Blaine Bettinger, PhD, JDPaul K. Graham, CG, AG Description:DNA testing has grown in popularity to the point that the public and many amateur genealogists equate DNA testing to genealogy. As professional genealogists in the 21st century, it is imperative that we be as familiar and comfortable with using DNA […]