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Virtual Meeting for 18 January 2022

The National Institute for Genealogical Studies has a virtual meeting scheduled tomorrow, Tuesday, January 18th. Hope you can join us, if applicable to your studies and/or research. Details are outlined below.

You can enhance your learning experience by joining a virtual meeting regarding your studies and asking questions. Even if you don’t have questions, you are welcome to just listen, lurk and learn! We don’t mind in the least!

Remember, these Virtual Meetings are NOT mandatory. They are a fun and interactive way to ask questions about the courses and/or research at a relevant session. 

***HELP INFORMATION*** Adobe Connect instructions and TROUBLESHOOTING information are available on our website. If you are experiencing any issues when attending a virtual meeting, please obtain the INSTRUCTIONS document in PDF format near the top right of our Virtual Learning Room page on our website (you may have to scroll over to the right). The PDF document has Adobe Connect information, Troubleshooting steps, and Adobe Connect Technical Support contacts. 
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***CHECK SCHEDULED TIME IN YOUR TIME ZONE***               
Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com             
In top menu bar, select Information.           
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room.         
Click the virtual meeting name in list (a new window will open).           
Click on Check Time to see the time in your local time zone.           
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DNA Records courses with Shannon Combs-Bennett 
Tuesday, January 18th at 7 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/dna/ 
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TO JOIN A VIRTUAL MEETING, simply click on the URL or enter the URL provided in your browser. Alternatively, you can download the Adobe Connect Desktop App (see instructions above) to attend the virtual meetings. When joining a session, a USERNAME or PASSWORD is NOT REQUIRED. Please type in your first name & surname initial, along with your geographical location; then click Enter as a Guest. 
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LISTEN ON THE GO 
Want to listen to the virtual meeting, but will not be at your computer? No problem! You can download the FREE Adobe Connect Mobile App from the Apple App Store (for iPod/iPhone/iPad), or from the Google Play Store (for Android).  
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See the calendar of future Virtual Meetings sessions at www.genealogicalstudies.com; top menu > INFORMATION > VIRTUAL LEARNING ROOM in the drop-down menu. 

If you have any questions regarding the Virtual Meetings and/or the schedule, please send an email to degroot@genealogicalstudies.com

Sue de Groot, PLCGS 
National Institute for Genealogical Studies  
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To subscribe to email updates for The National Institute for Genealogical Studies, send email to admin@genealogicalstudies.com. Enter SUBSCRIBE in the Subject.  
—————————————————- 
Visit our website for a complete list of online courses offered by The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Check our Course Calendar here
Follow us on Social Media: BlogFacebookTwitter, Pinterest
*Note: Please be aware our social media accounts are monitored regularly, but NOT 24/7. If you have any questions, please contact the office directly.

Contact information:
1 (800) 580-0165
Email: admin@GenealogicalStudies.com 
Website: www.GenealogicalStudies.com
Blog: blog.GenealogicalStudies.com

LEADERS IN ONLINE GENEALOGY EDUCATION since 1997 

Virtual Meetings for 11-14 January 2022

The National Institute for Genealogical Studies has several virtual meetings scheduled this week. PLEASE NOTE: there has been a CHANGE in the start times for the American and the Analysis & Skills Mentoring-Part 2 Article Review sessions (see below). We hope you will join us, if applicable to your studies and/or research. Details are outlined below.

You can enhance your learning experience by joining a virtual meeting regarding your studies and asking questions. Even if you don’t have questions, you are welcome to just listen, lurk and learn! We don’t mind in the least!

Remember, these Virtual Meetings are NOT mandatory. They are a fun and interactive way to ask questions about the courses and/or research at a relevant session. 

Below are the scheduled sessions for 11-14 January 2022.

***HELP INFORMATION*** Adobe Connect instructions and TROUBLESHOOTING information are available on our website. If you are experiencing any issues when attending a virtual meeting, please obtain the INSTRUCTIONS document in PDF format near the top right of our Virtual Learning Room page on our website (you may have to scroll over to the right). The PDF document has Adobe Connect information, Troubleshooting steps, and Adobe Connect Technical Support contacts. 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
***CHECK SCHEDULED TIME IN YOUR TIME ZONE*** 
Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com 
In top menu bar, select Information. 
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room. 
Click the virtual meeting name in list (a new window will open). 
Click on Check Time to see the time in your local time zone. 
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Methodology courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Tuesday, January 11th at 10 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/methodology/ 

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program – GENERAL DISCUSSION with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in these courses. The instructor will be available to provide guidance and answer questions regarding any aspect of the courses. 
Tuesday, January 11th at 11:30 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asgeneral/  

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 1 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in this course. Please follow the directions found in the course material and read the article “Heritage Books and Family Lore: A Jackson Test in Missouri and Idaho” by Connie Lenzen (NGSQ Vol. 86, No. 1, Mar. 1998). 
Tuesday, January 11th at 1 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asarticle1/ 

Eastern European Records courses with Lisa Alzo 
Wednesday, January 12th at 10 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/easteuro/  

American Records courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME!
Thursday, January 13th at 10:00 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/american/   

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 2 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in this course. Please follow the directions found in the course material and read the article “Organizing Meager Evidence to Reveal Lineages: An Irish Example—Geddes of Tyrone” by Thomas W. Jones (NGSQ Vol. 89, No.2, Jun. 2001).
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME! 
Thursday, January 13th at 11:30 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asarticle2/  

Australian Records courses with Kerry Farmer  
Thursday, January 13th at 6 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/australian/   

Internet Tools with Cheryl Levy
Friday, January 14th at 3 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/internettools/ 

STUDENT LOUNGE is open! 
Pop into the Student Lounge for a genealogy coffee break with your fellow students. 
Friday, January 14th at 5 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/lounge/  
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TO JOIN A VIRTUAL MEETING, simply click on the URL or enter the URL provided in your browser. Alternatively, you can download the Adobe Connect Desktop App (see instructions above) to attend the virtual meetings. When joining a session, a USERNAME or PASSWORD is NOT REQUIRED. Please type in your first name & surname initial, along with your geographical location; then click Enter as a Guest. 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
LISTEN ON THE GO 
Want to listen to the virtual meeting, but will not be at your computer? No problem! You can download the FREE Adobe Connect Mobile App from the Apple App Store (for iPod/iPhone/iPad), or from the Google Play Store (for Android). 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
See the calendar of future Virtual Meetings sessions at www.genealogicalstudies.com; top menu > INFORMATION > VIRTUAL LEARNING ROOM in the drop-down menu. 

If you have any questions regarding the Virtual Meetings and/or the schedule, please send an email to degroot@genealogicalstudies.com

Sue de Groot, PLCGS 
National Institute for Genealogical Studies  
—————————————————-   
To subscribe to email updates for The National Institute for Genealogical Studies, send email to admin@genealogicalstudies.com. Enter SUBSCRIBE in the Subject.  
—————————————————- 
Visit our website for a complete list of online courses offered by The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Check our Course Calendar here
Follow us on Social Media: BlogFacebookTwitter, Pinterest
*Note: Please be aware our social media accounts are monitored regularly, but NOT 24/7. If you have any questions, please contact the office directly.

Contact information:
1 (800) 580-0165
Email: admin@GenealogicalStudies.com 
Website: www.GenealogicalStudies.com
Blog: blog.GenealogicalStudies.com

LEADERS IN ONLINE GENEALOGY EDUCATION since 1997 

Virtual Meeting January 2022

Happy New Year! The National Institute for Genealogical Studies hopes you have had a wonderful and safe holiday season.

As you ease into 2022, enhance your education and attend virtual meetings applicable to your studies. To assist with your studies, you may find it helpful to use our “Course Study Plan.” This PDF form is available in your Student Briefcase. In the top menu bar go to Information, select Forms in the dropdown menu, and click on Course Study Plan to download and print/save the form to your computer.

Come to a Virtual Meeting with questions about your courses or research!!! Virtual Meetings are a fun and interactive way to connect with an instructor and fellow students. They are NOT mandatory. If time permits, the host may provide a discussion or small presentation.  

Below are the scheduled sessions for the month of January.

TO JOIN A VIRTUAL MEETING, see the Adobe Connect instructions available on our website (In the top menu > Information > Virtual Learning Room). Please obtain the INSTRUCTIONS document in PDF format near the top right of our Virtual Learning Room page. You may need to scroll to the right to see INSTRUCTIONS. The file also includes TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION. 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
***CHECK SCHEDULED TIME IN YOUR TIME ZONE*** 
Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com   
In top menu bar, select Information. 
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room. 
Click the virtual meeting name in list (a new window will open). 
Click on Check Time to see the time in your local time zone. 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
Methodology courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Tuesday, January 11th at 10 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/methodology/ 

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program – GENERAL DISCUSSION with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in these courses. The instructor will be available to provide guidance and answer questions regarding any aspect of the courses. 
Tuesday, January 11th at 11:30 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asgeneral/  

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 1 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in this course. Please follow the directions found in the course material and read the article “Heritage Books and Family Lore: A Jackson Test in Missouri and Idaho” by Connie Lenzen (NGSQ Vol. 86, No. 1, Mar. 1998). 
Tuesday, January 11th at 1 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asarticle1/ 

Eastern European Records courses with Lisa Alzo 
Wednesday, January 12th at 10 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/easteuro/  

American Records courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME! 
Thursday, January 13th at 10 AM Eastern 

LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/american/ 

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 2 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in this course. Please follow the directions found in the course material and read the article “Organizing Meager Evidence to Reveal Lineages: An Irish Example—Geddes of Tyrone” by Thomas W. Jones (NGSQ Vol. 89, No.2, Jun. 2001). 
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME! 
Thursday, January 13th at 11:30 AM Eastern 

LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asarticle2/  

Australian Records courses with Kerry Farmer  
Thursday, January 13th at 6 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/australian/   

Internet Tools with Cheryl Levy 
Friday, January 14th at 3 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/internettools/ 

STUDENT LOUNGE is open! 
Pop into the Student Lounge for a genealogy coffee break with your fellow students. 
Friday, January 14th at 5 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/lounge/ 

DNA Records courses with Shannon Combs-Bennett 
Tuesday, January 18th at 7 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/dna/ 

Professional Development courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Saturday, January 22nd at 10 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/professional/

Canadian Records courses with Cheryl Levy 
Saturday, January 22nd at 1 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/canadian/ 

Methodology courses with Brenda Wheeler 
Friday, January 28th at 5:30 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/methodology/ 

United Kingdom & Ireland (English, Welsh, Irish, and Scottish) Records courses with Brenda Wheeler 
Friday, January 28th at 7 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/english/ 
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See the calendar of future Virtual Meetings sessions on our website; top menu > INFORMATION > VIRTUAL LEARNING ROOM in the drop-down menu. 

Send questions regarding Virtual Meetings or the schedule to degroot@genealogicalstudies.com.   

Sue de Groot, PLCGS 
The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
—————————————————-   
To subscribe to email updates for The National Institute for Genealogical Studies, send email to admin@genealogicalstudies.com
Enter SUBSCRIBE in the Subject.  
—————————————————- 
Visit our website for a complete list of online courses offered by The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Check our Course Calendar here
Follow us on Social Media: BlogFacebookTwitter, Pinterest
*Note: Please be aware our social media accounts are monitored regularly, but NOT 24/7. If you have any questions, please contact the office directly.

Contact information:
1 (800) 580-0165
Email: admin@GenealogicalStudies.com 
Website: www.GenealogicalStudies.com
Blog: blog.GenealogicalStudies.com

LEADERS IN ONLINE GENEALOGY EDUCATION since 1997 

Virtual Meetings for December 14-15

The National Institute for Genealogical Studies has the final virtual meetings of December 2021 scheduled for this week. Hope you will join us, if applicable to your studies and/or research. Details are outlined below.

You can enhance your learning experience by joining a virtual meeting regarding your studies and asking questions. Even if you don’t have questions, you are welcome to just listen, lurk and learn! We don’t mind in the least.

Remember, these Virtual Meetings are NOT mandatory. They are a fun and interactive way to ask questions about the courses and/or research at a relevant session.

***HELP INFORMATION*** Adobe Connect instructions and TROUBLESHOOTING information are available on our website. If you are experiencing any issues when attending a virtual meeting, please obtain the INSTRUCTIONS document in PDF format near the top right of our Virtual Learning Room page on our website.

Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com
In top menu bar, select Information.
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room.
Click on Instructions near the top right (you may have to scroll over to the right).

The PDF document has Adobe Connect information, Troubleshooting steps, and Adobe Connect Technical Support contacts.  
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   
***CHECK SCHEDULED TIME IN YOUR TIME ZONE***
Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com
In top menu bar, select Information.
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room.
Click the virtual meeting name in list (a new window will open).
Click on Check Time to see the time in your local time zone. 
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   
STUDENT LOUNGE is open! 
Pop into the Student Lounge for a genealogy coffee break with your fellow students. 
Tuesday, December 14th at 4 PM Eastern         
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/lounge/ 

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 3 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega   
UPDATE: The AS3 – ARTICLE REVIEW session scheduled for December 14th has been CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.

Canadian Records courses with Cheryl Levy     
Wednesday, December 15th at 8 PM Eastern             
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/canadian/   
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  
TO JOIN A VIRTUAL MEETING, simply click on the URL, or enter the URL provided in your browser. Alternatively, you can download the Adobe Connect Desktop App (see instructions above) to attend the virtual meetings. When joining a session, a USERNAME or PASSWORD is NOT REQUIRED. Please type in your first name & surname initial, along with your geographical location; then click Enter as a Guest
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   
LISTEN ON THE GO
Want to listen to the virtual meeting, but will not be at your computer? No problem! You can download the FREE Adobe Connect Mobile App from the Apple App Store (for iPod/iPhone/iPad), or from the Google Play Store (for Android).   
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   
See the calendar of future Virtual Meetings sessions at www.genealogicalstudies.com; in the top menu, choose INFORMATION, and then VIRTUAL LEARNING ROOM in the drop-down menu. 

If you have any questions regarding the Virtual Meetings and/or the schedule, please send an email to degroot@genealogicalstudies.com

Sue de Groot, PLCGS                 
National Institute for Genealogical Studies  
—————————————————-   
To subscribe to email updates for The National Institute for Genealogical Studies, look in the right-side menu for the “Subscribe to Blog via Email” section. Enter your email address and then click the SUBSCRIBE button.
—————————————————-
Visit our website for a complete list of online courses offered by The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Check our Course Calendar here
Follow us on Social Media: BlogFacebookTwitter, Pinterest
*Note: Please be aware our social media accounts are monitored regularly, but NOT 24/7. If you have any questions, please contact the office directly.

Contact information:
1 (800) 580-0165
Email: admin@GenealogicalStudies.com 
Website: www.GenealogicalStudies.com
Blog: blog.GenealogicalStudies.com

LEADERS IN ONLINE GENEALOGY EDUCATION since 1997 

Virtual Meetings for December 2021

It’s a busy time of the year! The National Institute for Genealogical Studies hopes you have time to join us for a virtual meeting within the next week.

Have any questions about your courses or research? Attend an applicable virtual meeting for answers. Virtual Meetings provide a way to communicate with an instructor and your fellow students. They are NOT mandatory, but a fun and interactive way to connect. 

Below are the scheduled sessions for the month of December. 

TO JOIN A VIRTUAL MEETING, see the Adobe Connect instructions available on our website (www.genealogicalstudies.com; in the top menu > Information > Virtual Learning Room). Please obtain the INSTRUCTIONS document in PDF format near the top right of our Virtual Learning Room page. You may need to scroll to the right to see INSTRUCTIONS. The file also includes Troubleshooting information.             
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~         
***CHECK SCHEDULED TIME IN YOUR TIME ZONE***               
Go to www.genealogicalstudies.com             
In top menu bar, select Information.           
In the dropdown menu, select Virtual Learning Room.         
Click the virtual meeting name in list (a new window will open).           
Click on Check Time to see the time in your local time zone.           
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program – GENERAL DISCUSSION with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
This Virtual Meeting is more appropriate for students registered in these courses. The instructor will be available to provide guidance and answer questions regarding any aspect of the courses. 
Saturday, December 11th at 11 AM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/asgeneral/   

Methodology courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Saturday, December 11th at 1 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/methodology/   

American Records courses with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Sunday, December 12th at 2 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/american/   

Internet Tools with Gena Philibert-Ortega 
Sunday, December 12th at 3:30 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/internettools/   

United Kingdom (English, Irish, and Scottish) Records courses with Brenda Wheeler 
Sunday, December 12th at 7:30 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/english/   

STUDENT LOUNGE is open! 
Pop into the Student Lounge for a genealogy coffee break with your fellow students. 
Tuesday, December 14th at 4 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/lounge/   

Analysis & Skills Mentoring Program-Part 3 – ARTICLE REVIEW with Gena Philibert-Ortega   
UPDATE: The AS3 – ARTICLE REVIEW session scheduled for December 14th has been CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.

Canadian Records courses with Cheryl Levy 
Wednesday, December 15th at 8 PM Eastern 
LOCATION: https://genealogicalstudies.adobeconnect.com/canadian/     
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
See the calendar of future Virtual Meetings sessions at www.genealogicalstudies.com; top menu > INFORMATION > VIRTUAL LEARNING ROOM in the drop-down menu. 

Send questions regarding Virtual Meetings or the schedule to degroot@genealogicalstudies.com

Sue de Groot, PLCGS                 
National Institute for Genealogical Studies                     
—————————————————-             
To subscribe to email updates for The National Institute for Genealogical Studies, look in the right-side menu for the “Subscribe to Blog via Email” section. Enter your email address and then click the SUBSCRIBE button.               —————————————————-
Visit our website for a complete list of online courses offered by The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Check our Course Calendar here
Follow us on Social Media: BlogFacebookTwitter, Pinterest
*Note: Please be aware our social media accounts are monitored regularly, but NOT 24/7. If you have any questions, please contact the office directly.

Contact information:
1 (800) 580-0165
Email: admin@GenealogicalStudies.com 
Website: www.GenealogicalStudies.com
Blog: blog.GenealogicalStudies.com

LEADERS IN ONLINE GENEALOGY EDUCATION since 1997