“I want to learn, but I have family and work obligations that make traditional class schedules impossible.”
The traditional education model—show up at a specific time, in a specific place, or fail the course—simply doesn’t work for most adult learners. That’s why the International Institute of Genealogical Studies designed our programs around your life, not the other way around.…
Everyone has a story worth preserving. The elderly veteran who landed at Normandy. The immigrant grandmother who built a new life in a foreign land. The entrepreneur who turned a small idea into a family business. The teacher who influenced thousands of students over four decades. These stories—rich with wisdom, emotion, and historical significance—disappear every day simply because no one took the time to record them.
Enter the personal historian: a professional who helps individuals and families preserve their life stories, memories, and legacies for future generations. If you love both genealogy and storytelling, becoming a personal historian might be your perfect career path.
Defining the Personal Historian Profession…
“The Genealogist’s Guide to Family History Interviews” a new release! Uncover your family’s legacy, discover hidden stories with questions designed to spark deep, meaningful memories. Capture a lifetime of history before it’s lost. This collection of prompts helps you conduct professional-grade interviews whether your research is personal or for clients. Choose the format that works best for your research style: Spiral Bound, 3 Hole Punch, or eBook. Perfect for the hobbyist or the professional genealogist. …
With more than 100 videos there’s something for every genealogist!…
We are happy to welcome Eowyn to our team! Professional Genealogist, Eowyn Langholf, has recently joined our IIGS team. With her years of experience in genealogy research, and her great sense of humour, she has quickly become an important member of our team. Eowyn will be primarily working on the administrative side of IIGS. She will be assisting Sue de Groot with curiculum as well as working alongside Executive Director Angela Breidenbach with various other administrative tasks. You may have already met Eowyn on our website chat app where she is happy to help students with their inquiries. Eowyn fell in love with genealogy at the age of 14, tagging along with her mom during volunteer shifts at what are now FamilySearch Centers. What began as curiosity quickly turned into a lifelong passion. For over 30 years, Eowyn has explored family history as both a hobbyist and, since 2009, as a professional. She’s been the “Forest Elf” overseeing the vibrant WikiTree community since 2012, where she oversees day-to-day management, supports members, and helps keep the collaborative tree growing strong. In 2015, Eowyn served as the “Cousin Coordinator” for the Global Family Reunion alongside author A.J. Jacobs, helping connect thousands of people to their place in the human family. Eowyn is especially passionate about helping others discover the power of connection through family history. International Institute of Genealogical Studies Research With Confidence ~ Study at Your Own Pace International Institute of Genealogical Studies trains professional genealogists around the world in genealogical…