Tag: NextGen Genealogy Network

Faces of NextGen: Meet Jana Greenhalgh

Jana Greenhalgh, 33, Utah

What five words would you use to describe yourself? Mother, genealogist, busy, busy, busy.

Why genealogy? My grandfather inspired me as a teenager. He introduced me to genealogical research, and that led me to a BA degree in Genealogy at Brigham Young University. Genealogy makes me happy, and I’m especially happy when I’m teaching it to others or involving my six kids in my research!

What’s the coolest discovery you’ve made? Not long ago, our family discovered a beautiful old photograph of one of our ancestors. We’ve studied and admired her for years but had no idea what she looked like. A distant cousin had the photo in their possession and had recently posted it online.

What are you working on this week? A movie script with my kids. We’re using censuses and other records to tell the story of their great-grandfather.

What’s the number one secret to your success in genealogy? Enthusiasm.

What superpower would you want to help you uncover your family history? I’d like to be able to research all night long while the baby sleeps (without feeling the effects of sleeplessness the next morning).

What are we most likely to find you doing when you’re not researching family history? Laundry, dishes, carpools, kid-homework, and maybe gardening or knitting.

Anything else you’d like to share? My kids would be ecstatic if you’d check out our movies at The Genealogy Kids YouTube Channel and our blog. More views means more motivation for these kiddos! They especially like “likes,” comments, and subscribers.

The NextGen Genealogy Network is made up of young genealogists with diverse backgrounds, interests, and experiences. Faces of NextGen will showcase a different member of our community each month. If you would like to be considered for an upcoming feature, simply complete our questionnaire and submit a selfie.

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Education Hangout: Reuse and Recycle

You don’t always have to wait for inspiration to strike to begin writing. Consider reusing and recycling your old material – whether blog posts, research papers, newsletter articles, or even presentations – to create something new! Shannon Combs Bennett of the NextGen Genealogy Network’s Leadership Team shares practical ideas for expanding your audience and bringing new life to your “old stuff” in the July Education Hangout.

 

Don’t forget to bookmark our YouTube Channel and listen in for fantastic, friendly advice on a variety of topics relevant to the young genealogist!

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Faces of NextGen: Meet Michael Melendez

Michael MelendezMichael Melendez, 25, Utah

What five words would you use to describe yourself? Shy, old soul, unorthodox, observant, ambitious.

Why genealogy? Because it brings family stories and historical events into cohesion.

What’s the coolest discovery you’ve made? That NextGen exists!

What are you working on this week? The Southern California Genealogical Society Jamboree.

What’s the number one secret to your success in genealogy? Gleaning more information from a record than the average person.

What superpower would you want to help you uncover your family history? Time travel.

What are we most likely to find you doing when you’re not researching family history? Political activism.

The NextGen Genealogy Network is made up of young genealogists with diverse backgrounds, interests, and experiences. Faces of NextGen will showcase a different member of our community each month. If you would like to be considered for an upcoming feature, simply complete our questionnaire and submit a selfie.

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Education Hangout: Getting a Genealogical Education

It’s time to talk about a genealogical education: what it is, where it is, and how you can get it. Did you know there are countless opportunities to learn online from the comfort of your own couch? Shannon Combs Bennett of the NextGen Genealogy Network’s Leadership Team shares details for anyone who wants to boost their skills as a genealogist in the June Education Hangout:

Don’t forget to bookmark our YouTube Channel and listen in for fantastic, friendly advice on a variety of topics relevant to the young genealogist!

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