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Write Your Family Story!

Is one of your Genealogy Goals to Write and Publish a

Family History Book?

Join Executive Director Angela Breidenbach, PLCGS as she shares tips on successfully writing and publishing your family history.

Angela is the author of 18 published books in both indie and traditional markets and has also written many magazine articles.

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Dream Research Trip

Have you dreamed of going on a Genealogical Research Trip?

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Wendy Citron, PLCGS recently spent some time in Ireland, and what began as an adventure trip quickly turned into a deep exploration of her ancestral roots.

Wendy kindly shared the highlights of her trip with us and the feelings that stirred within her as she met distant relatives and stood on the ground where her third great-grandparents exchanged vows.

 

You can read Wendy’s heartwarming story on our New Blog

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Meet Cheryl Levy, PLCGS

Each month we will be introducing one of our instructors.

Today we would like you to meet Cheryl Levy, PLCGS

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Cheryl is a Professional Genealogist who lives in Ontario, Canada.

Check out today’s Blog Post to learn about Cheryl and her world of Genealogy

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Memorial Day Pop Up Sale!

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Stuck trying to figure out your genealogy?

The International Institute of Genealogical Studies gets rid of the frustration with our fun and fascinating courses.

Buy the 4 Basic courses in our American Records certificate and get EL-104, Discover Your Family Historycourse for free!
Add all the courses to your cart, then use the code: discover at checkout.

Basic American Courses

Offer valid May 24 – 31, 2024
Cannot be combined with other discounts.

Need some help or have more questions? Call 800.580.0165

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Find Old Websites

What is the Wayback Machine?

Where can I find websites that seem to be lost in space?

Are there any old books to help me with my research?

Join Professor Cheryl Levy, PLCGS, as she shares how to find lost or broken website links as well as amazing research material in the Internet Archive and Wayback Machine.

Cheryl is a Professional Genealogist who has been studying family history for decades. After coming across this problem several times, she has explored both sites and has developed strategies t

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Genealogy Career Opportunity

How to start speaking on cruises as a genealogist.

Join Angela Breidenbach, Exec. Director, and Professor Brenda Wheeler of the International Institute of Genealogical Studies and learn how to start speaking on cruises as a genealogist.

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Cold Case Career!

Is DNA Research your Super Power?

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 the Toronto Police Service.

Lauren started her career by volunteering with the police and is now a Full Time Civilian employee as a member of their Cold Case Unit.

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On 12 May 2024 The Toronto Star published an article sharing Lauren's story.

A career as a Genetic Genealogist is not just a dream -

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Volunteer Positions for Our Students

We have an exciting volunteer opportunity for our students!

Haley Studer of achi Solutions is currently taking applications for volunteers with their Caching Memories Program.

The program virtually pairs older adults with volunteers to reminisce, share their stories and photos. The stories and photos are then saved as a keepsake to be shared with family and friends.

The program takes approximately one hour a week for 8 – 10 weeks.

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Consultations Available

Do you have questions about your IIGS courses or your personal research?

You can book a 30 Minute Mentoring or Consulting Session with one of our Professional Genealogists!

We will connect you with the expert in your field of study or research interest.

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Book Your Consultation

Research With Confidence

Study at Your Own Pace

Need help with your order? Call 800.580.0165 x1 in US/Canada or email angie@GenealogicalStudies.com with your question.

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Amazing Offer from MyHeritage!

For Users of the International Institute of Genealogical Studies

Kick your discoveries into high gear

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We’re excited to share an exclusive offer for Genealogical Studies users: 50% off the ultimate subscription to MyHeritage, valid through 12 April 2024.

For the next few days only, we’re pleased to off you an amazing 50% discount on the MyHeritage Complete plan – the best pan for discovering family history.

Join Now and Save 50%

Make Your Family Tree Bloom

Give your tree unlimited space to grow, and ad

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Free Irish Genealogy Lesson

Join us for a Free Irish Genealogy Virtual Meeting hosted by Claire Bradley, MA 

Saturday, April 6 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time

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Claire is a Professional Genealogist based in Dublin, Ireland and is our Director of Irish Records. Claire presented at RootsTech 2024, giving two presentations, “Anatomy of a Hint”, and “Getting Started with Irish Records”. When she’s not writing and updating course material for us, Claire can be found giving genealogical talks, working with clients, and continuing her own f

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The Key to Genealogy

Genealogy isn’t just about finding Birth, Marriage, and Death records, it’s telling the whole story of your family.

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Your Methodology Certificate will take you from learning the basics of how to research and record your findings through to reading and transcribing historic documents. You will learn about basic genetics and medical family history, how to effectively organize and prove the facts you have found, copywrite guidelines, and preparation for a career as a Professional Genealogist.

In addit

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Start Your Genealogy Business

Build a Successful Business with Unlimited Potential!

 

Start Your Genealogy Business with our Professional Development Certificate

 

The Professional Development Certificate program will prepare you for entering the world of Professional Genealogy as a business owner. You’ll begin with creating your business and writing your business plans, learn administration skills, marketing, and promotion skills. Website development, writing genealogical articles, creating workshops and programs, and lecturing

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