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DNA SuperPower

Is DNA Research your Superpower? Does the thought of solving cold cases intrigue you? After receiving her DNA and Genetic Genealogy Certificate, IIGS Student, Lauren Robilliard, forged her dream career with...

DNA SuperPower

Is DNA Research your Superpower? Does the thought of solving cold cases intrigue you? After receiving her DNA and Genetic Genealogy Certificate, IIGS Student, Lauren Robilliard, forged her dream career with...

Introducing Claire Bradley, MA

Claire Bradley, MA, is the Director of Irish Studies at the International Institute of Genealogical Studies.

Introducing Claire Bradley, MA

Claire Bradley, MA, is the Director of Irish Studies at the International Institute of Genealogical Studies.

Genealogy Career Paths

Are you thinking of starting a new career as a Professional Genealogist? But you’re quite sure what kind of jobs are available? Executive Director, Angela Breidenbach, PLCGS, shares some career paths...

Genealogy Career Paths

Are you thinking of starting a new career as a Professional Genealogist? But you’re quite sure what kind of jobs are available? Executive Director, Angela Breidenbach, PLCGS, shares some career paths...

English Parish Records

English: Parish Records The history of these records goes back to 1538 when a system was established for clergy to register all christenings, marriages, and burials.

English Parish Records

English: Parish Records The history of these records goes back to 1538 when a system was established for clergy to register all christenings, marriages, and burials.

English Ancestors at Work

Builders, farmers, fishermen, and weavers. These are some of the occupations our ancestors would have had to support their families.

English Ancestors at Work

Builders, farmers, fishermen, and weavers. These are some of the occupations our ancestors would have had to support their families.

Grandmothers, Mothers, and Daughters

There are many challenges to researching our female ancestors. Maiden names, cultural differences and, name changes during immigration are just a few of the stumbling blocks we come across.

Grandmothers, Mothers, and Daughters

There are many challenges to researching our female ancestors. Maiden names, cultural differences and, name changes during immigration are just a few of the stumbling blocks we come across.