SLIG Academy
With the multitude of educational opportunities available for genealogists it can be difficult to choose which to attend. While webinars, conferences, and seminars each provide essential elements to your genealogical education, an institute, such as the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) offers a rich and unique experience for every genealogist. First, the ability to […]
If you have ever wanted to coordinate a SLIG course, or submit a SLIG Colloquium Paper for discussion, the deadlines – October 1, 2019 and October 15, 2019 respectively – are coming up. Course Proposal requirements for SLIG 2021 may be found here: https://slig.ugagenealogy.org/cpage.php?pt=395. One should not feel limited by the topic examples provided; feel free […]
In genealogy, a well-planned, well-managed project provides clarity, reduces risk, controls cost, and delivers value to the client. This course has been developed for the professional genealogist, that might be working independently, transitioning to an organization or experience in a larger organization. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals and best practices of project […]
The Association of Professional Genealogists is celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2019. Their 2019 Professional Management Conference commenced today and runs through Saturday, September 21st. There are SLIG coordinators and instructors who will be sharing their knowledge and expertise during this conference. Make sure to check them out if you are in attendance! Thursday, September […]
If you are a professional genealogist and need to sharpen your skills or if you are transitioning towards becoming a professional, then the following SLIG Academy courses with seats remaining may be right for you: Course 1: The Art of Writing Client Reports (McGhie) Course 4: DNA for the 21st-Century Professional Course 5: Fundamentals of Forensic Genealogy […]
Are you a genealogy business owner, or considering becoming one? Building and Nurturing a Successful Genealogy Business, coordinated by Jeanne Larzalere Bloom, CG may be the right course for you. We spoke with Liz Miller, previous participant in the course, for her perspective. Why might you want to take the course? Liz she took the course […]
Come explore your potential role in the fast-growing field of forensic genealogy with Catherine B. W. Desmarais, CG and her instructor team, including: Angie Bush, MS Kelvin L. Meyers Michael S. Ramage, JD, CG The instructors—all who are all experienced, practicing forensic genealogists—will introduce students to a broad spectrum of topics. Mornings will be spent […]
Thinking about opening a genealogy business? Interested in improving your existing business? This course is for you. Jeanne Larzalere Bloom, CG; Teresa Steinkamp McMillin; and Angela Packer McGhie will work with students through active interaction and participation. This course requires active interaction and participation. At the end of the week, each student will have a […]
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 test results as we are with using census and vital records. The purpose of […]
FGS opens on Wednesday, August 21st in Washington, DC. For those attending SLIG in 2020, you can get a preview of what you will experience, since many SLIG instructors and coordinators will be sharing their expertise throughout the conference. If you are still undecided about whether a week-long institute with expert instructors is for you […]