Affiliations
Education
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Bachelor of Arts in International Relations, Towson University
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Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, professional program, Towson University
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Genealogical Research Graduate, Boston University
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ProGen Study Group Graduate - 14-month Genealogical peer program
Authored Works
The University of Toronto's Continuing Education - The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. "Beyond the Scottish OPRs (Old Parish Records)," Intermediate level course material author.
Podcast Guest
Quest Speaker on ExtremeGenes, the Most Listened-To Family History Radio
Show and Podcast in America - "Researching Cuban Records." Episode 472, September 2023.
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Live Zoom Class Instruction
"Getting Started with Cuban Genealogy," co-hosted by the Historical Society of Plainfield, New Jersey, Drake House Museum, and the Plainfield Public Library.
Volunteerism
Mentor and grader for students enrolled in the Advanced Skills in Genealogy course for the National Genealogical Society, a course that covers all major record and repository types, evidence analysis, methodology, DNA, and writing.
Fellowships
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Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
Accepted as a fellow in 2020.
Founded in 1780, the Society promotes the understanding and conservation of Scotland’s historical and archaeological environment.
Professional Associations
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The International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH)
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American Ancestors - The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS)
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Association of Professional Genealogists - Forensic Genealogy Special Interest Group
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Best Practices
"Continuing education is an essential part of being a professional genealogist, as are memberships in genealogical societies. They support those engaged in the business of genealogy through advocacy, collaboration, education, and the promotion of high ethical standards."
Elizabeth Murray Vargas
Professional Associations
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The International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH)
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American Ancestors - The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS)
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Association of Professional Genealogists - Forensic Genealogy Special Interest Group
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Best Practices
"Continuing education is an essential part of being a professional genealogist, as are memberships in genealogical societies. They support those engaged in the business of genealogy through advocacy, collaboration, education, and the promotion of high ethical standards."
Elizabeth Murray Vargas