First Annual SLIG Colloquium to be Held in January 2015
The first annual SLIG Colloquium will be held in January 2015. This colloquium will consist of the reading and discussion of four papers meant to advance our profession. For example, anything that puts forward a new theory, a …
Winner of the Jimmy B. Parker Scholarship for SLIG 2015 Announced
The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy is pleased to announce Patti Gillespie as the winner of the Jimmy B. Parker Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy scholarship for 2015. The competition was strong and many candidates submitted worthy applications. The committee determined …
In-depth Learning with Paula Stuart-Warren at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) in 2015
Paula Stuart-Warren, CG, FUGA, FMGS and her expert team of instructors will be providing students with an in-depth course on 19th-21st century U.S. resources and the methodology for using them. Students will learn how to probe deeper into the content, …
Craig R. Scott – Military Records Expert
In January 2015, Craig R. Scott, CG, will be providing SLIG students with a week-long intensive course focused on post-war military records. “Following a twenty year career in the U.S. Navy and a short stint as a Washington, D.C.[, Craig] started …
Are You Researching Your German Ancestors and Have a Desire to Jump the Pond?
If you would like a course that will help you successfully research your German ancestors and cross the pond, then this course is for you! Warren Bittner is the coordinator for SLIG’s “Advanced German Research” course in 2015. This advanced methods course …
John Philip Colletta – One of SLIG’s Popular Instructors!
John Philip Colletta is the coordinator for SLIG’s course entitled “Research in Original Source Repositories.” The purpose of the course is to take the mystery and trepidation out of using original source repositories. By the end of the week, you will not …
Spotlight on David Ouimette, CG
David Ouimette, CG, manages Content Strategy at FamilySearch, prioritizing the acquisition and online publication of records worldwide for family history research. He has conducted research and analyzed archival materials in dozens of countries in North and South America, Europe, Africa, …
Are You in Search of Your Ancestors’s Immigrant Origins?
SLIG’s is offering “Finding Immigrant Origins” in January 2015. This course covers the key historical sources and research methodologies for family historians tracing immigrant origins. Students begin by envisioning the immigrant within the context of his family, community, and culture. …
SLIG’s Course 6 in 2015 Covers Post-War Military Records
The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy in 2015 is offering a course on Post-War Military Records. Researchers are usually familiar with Compiled Military Service Records (CMSRs) and Pension Records, but how about payment records? In this course, Craig …
Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy Registration Opens Tomorrow!
Be ready to register at 9:00 a.m. (MT) at www.slig.ugagenealogy.org The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy is a week-long intensive educational experience that takes students deep into their track of choice. Instead of a breadth of topics, like a conference, …