Instructors:- LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, JD, LLM, CG, CGL
- Deborah Abbott, PhD
- Michael Hait, CG, CGL
- Judy G. Russell, JD, CG, CGL
Description:
2019 marks the 400th anniversary of the first recorded arrival of Africans in an English colony (at Virginia). This anniversary will be commemorated throughout the United States, and SLIG has the opportunity to be at the forefront of recognizing this historic moment by announcing that an African American course will be offered in the very first month of 2019.
This course will provide an in-depth look into sources that document the lives of African American ancestors, focusing on pre-1900 records. Students will gain a deeper understanding of available records, as well as the strategies used by experts in this area to arrive at credible conclusions.
Level of Instruction:
Intermediate to Advanced: Students should have a working knowledge of the Genealogical Proof Standard and the research process.
Anticipated Target Audience:
The target audience includes researchers from the Midwest and west coast, in addition to those from the south, who desire advanced learning opportunities in this area.
Special Requirements:
Students are encouraged to bring a laptop computer or tablet for project work during the week.
Registration: Registration opens Saturday, 7 July 2018. For more detailed information please visit www.slig.ugagenealogy.org.
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