Can DNA help your genealogical research? This class is for anyone who has been thinking about taking a DNA test or wondering what to do after taking one. We’ll cover basic terminology, which companies offer autosomal DNA testing, and how to use their tools to understand results. An overview of the direct-to-consumer DNA testing industry and privacy concerns and will also be discussed.

Speaker Bio:

Ginger Ogilvie is a professional genealogist who is passionate about helping people connect with their roots. As a descendant of Utah pioneers, she has studied several Westward migration patterns, and researched families in all regions of the continental United States, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Scotland. Ginger has a B.A. in History and completed the Certificate in Genealogical Research course with Boston University. She is a member of several national and local genealogical societies. Ginger loves to incorporate DNA testing into her research and is a founding co-administrator for the Ogilvy Y-DNA Surname Project through FamilyTreeDNA.

Ginger's website - www.keepfamilyhistory.com