SLIG 2023: Introduction to Genetic Genealogy

Are you starting from scratch with figuring out DNA? Or do you have a basic handle on genetic genealogy and want to move towards an intermediate level of knowledge and skill? Do you want to master the basics of genetic genealogy research? Then this is the course for you!

Introduction to Genetic Genealogy, coordinated by Paul Woodbury, MEd, AG, is a hands-on course guiding participants through applications in a variety of investigative contexts. Participants will practice basic interpretation of Y-DNA, Mitochondrial DNA, X-DNA, and autosomal DNA evidence within the context of traditional document research. Students will receive written feedback on daily homework assignments, in-class lab assistance, and a 15-minute DNA consultation to review a DNA goal and related results, and outline a research plan.

Faculty include:

• Angie Bush, MS
• Melissa A. Johnson, CG
• Gretchen Jorgensen
• Leah Larkin, PhD
• Dana Leeds
• Karen Stanbary, MA, LCSW, CG
• Tanner Tolman

This course has no prerequisites, and is designed for participants with no background in genetics as well as those with a basic understanding but who want to move on to an intermediate level.

Introduction to Genetic Genealogy is scheduled to meet online January 23–27, 2023. All SLIG 2023 courses will be offered virtually this year. (See you in person in Salt Lake City in 2024!)

See the SLIG 2023 Courses web page for more information, including updates.

SLIG 2023 registration opens Saturday, July 16, at 10:00 am MDT.