Gena Philibert-Ortega – Page 3 – International Institute of Genealogical Studies

Happy Graduation!

Join us for our 2014 graduation ceremony, on Friday the 2nd of May as we honor Graduates of the Certificate in Genealogical Studies program. This year, it will be held at St. Catharines, Ontario at the start of the Ontario Genealogical Society’s Annual Conference between 3:30 and 5:30 pm (Eastern Daylight Savings Time). Our students and graduates are from all around the world. Naturally, because of the far away distances, many graduates have difficulty attending this ceremony. For the last two years, through the use of our Virtual Meeting Room, we were able to reach a much greater number of students and graduates virtually. Again this year, we will use the Virtual Meeting Room for those who cannot attend locally. The National Institute for Genealogical Studies invites you to come celebrate with us, our students, our graduates and our instructors. Everyone is invited. May 2, 2014 at 3:30pm (EDT) Brock University 500 Glenridge Avenue St. Catharines, Ontario (90 minutes south-west of Toronto) If you would like to attend virtually : MEETING LOCATION: http://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/graduation/ (NOTE: No user name or password required. Please type in your first and last name; then click “Enter as a Guest”.) If you have never attended a Virtual Meeting, see the Instructions link on the right hand side of the Virtual Learning Room page. Hope to see you online or in person on Friday, May 2nd. ——————– OGS CONFERENCE Canada’s largest annual gathering of family historians, the Ontario Genealogical Society’s Annual Conference will be held in St Catharines, Ontario from May 2nd to the 4th 2014. This year’s theme, “Genealogy Without Borders,” is based on the simple idea that genealogical research can be done almost without ever having to leave your home. Whether you’re looking for a headstone picture in England or a 1921 Canadian Census data image, the Internet provides access to thousands of documents to thousands of people. More recently, there has been an explosion in the use of social media sites like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter, to connect family researchers to both sources of information and family members – around the globe. Hear some of The National Institute instructors ‘How can I Create an eBook to Share Family History in no Time’ with Luana Darby from Utah; or ‘Local History Online-Adding Social Context to your Family History’ with Marian Press from Toronto; Kirsty Gray, Director of the English Records program will present ‘Child Migration…

New Course: Research Italian Ancestors

Searching for your Italian roots? Why not look for answers in our new course, Research: Italian Ancestors? Italian research can be done well by anyone, whether you know the Italian language or think you have linguistic ability. Most Italian records follow a standard format which is a great help when working in records created in a foreign language. Your language proficiency will grow with time and experience as you work with the records. This course will provide you with a solid foundation with which to begin your research. We will discuss: Historical Considerations – How did historical events affect record keeping? Finding Your Ancestor’s Place of Origin – Why is it important? Political Jurisdictions – How can you find the records if you don’t know how and why they were created? Language Resources – What languages are the records written in? Can I research in the records without being fluent in Italian? What about the handwriting? Available Record Types – We will discuss civil, ecclesiastical, and other records. Accessing the Records – Where are the records and what archives are there? Research Tips and Practical Applications – I’ll share tips gained from my experiences such as how to accurately cite a microfilmed civil record. History of Italian Immigration – The course contains short summaries of Italian immigration to six different countries. There are several more advanced resources that will be discussed briefly, but not expanded upon, because this course is meant to be a general overview of Italian genealogical research. Consider taking more advanced courses later, once you have more experience, where these records can be covered in more depth. By the end of the course, I have confidence you will be ready to start your Italian research and will say Andiamo! [Let’s go!] Research: Italian Ancestors begins April 7th. Register today and save 25% until April 7th!( Use code ita2014ma). Register online or give us a call at 1-800-580-0165.

Two New Courses Begin Monday!

The National Institute for Genealogical Studies is pleased to announce the addition of two new courses to our Professional Development Certificate. Writing for Genealogy: Articles, Blogs, Research Report and so much more and Personal Historian: Telling the Story, written by genealogist and author Jennifer Holik premieres on March 3, 2014. To register for these or one of our over 200 genealogical courses, see our website at www.genealogicalstudies.com. Writing for Genealogy: Articles, Blogs, Research Report and so much more Writing is an essential part of the work of a professional genealogist. Whether you choose to lecture, research for clients, or write content for others, it is important to not only know how to write but to understand how to incorporate various kinds of writing into your business. This course looks at the different types of writing you may do as a working genealogist and gives tips for resources to help further your knowledge of writing. In this course we will examine continuing education, writing client reports, business writing, writing for societies and for editors. Topics covered in this course include: Improving Your Skills Through Writing Groups and Writing Practice Writing for the Online World Marketing Genealogy Business Writing Writing for Organizations Writing Contests Standards for a Genealogical Research Reports Introduction to Writing Articles Book Projects Sign up today for Writing for Genealogy: Articles, Blogs, Research Report and so much more and receive 25% off (use Promo Code: new25w). Personal Historian: Telling the Story Telling the stories of our ancestors must go beyond the basics of names, dates, and places. We can use those pieces as a foundation but must, as a home builder does, add layers and stories to that foundation. This course will help you add a Personal Historian component to your business by demonstrating the many layers available. Those layers add depth to both personal and client projects and additional revenue streams to a business. Topics covered in this course include: Adding a Personal Historian Business component Educational Opportunities Genealogists and Personal Historians Interviewing Add Layers of Historical Research Communication and Interviewing Transcribing the Oral History Interview Photo Skills Biography Writing Legacy Letters or Ethical Wills Memoir Writing Consulting Archiving, Preservation, Conservation Project Management and Consulting Niche Products and Services Histories and Tributes Register for this course today and save 25% when you use the Promo Code: new25w. Register Today! Register now for these course and save 25% off. But hurry this special discount is…

New Course: Career Development Choosing a Niche Part 2

Starting January 6, 2014 is our newest course written by author and lecturer Jennifer Holik, Career Development: Choosing a Niche Part 2. This course is an integral part of the Professional Development Program. For more information on our Professional Development courses, please visit https://GenealogicalStudies.com Choosing a Niche Part 2, adds to the list of genealogy specialties that were covered in Part 1. In this course you will learn how you can incorporate being a historian, lecturer, book seller, professional organizer, social media marketer, photographer or a coach to your genealogy business.

Happy 2014 and Welcome to our Blog!

Happy New Year! January is a great time to start new projects and that’s just what we are doing at the International Institutes of Genealogical Studies. Check here for announcements, new course offerings, and more. We look forward to updating you on everything here at the International Institute of Genealogical Studies and bringing you resources for your genealogy journey. We look forward to helping you meet your genealogy goals!