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Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®

BCG DNA Testing Methodology and Skills Board for Certification of Genealogists Reisinger Memorial Lecture Series

Jennifer Zinck is a professional genealogist, writer, editor, and educator who combines evidence-based research with a genuine enthusiasm for uncovering the past. She holds the Certified Genealogist® credential from the Board for Certification of Genealogists and the Accredited Genealogist® credential from ICAPGen. Jennifer specializes in New England research—especially Connecticut—and the interpretation of DNA evidence. She serves as President of the Connecticut Professional Genealogists Council; as a Trustee of the Board for Certification of Genealogists and its representative to the Records Preservation and Access Coalition; and as a member of the Board of Governors and Publications Chair for the Connecticut Society of Genealogists. Jennifer is dedicated to helping others discover their family history.

Jennifer's Webinars (4)

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BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Resolving Conflict: A Key to Sound Genealogical Conclusions (a 2025 Reisinger Lecture)
Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
871 views
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Resolving Conflict: A Key to Sound Genealogical Conclusions (a 2025 Reisinger Lecture)
What happens when all evidence cannot possibly be correct? The process of assembling evidence may reveal inconsistencies and the Genealogical Proof Standard emphasizes that resolving conflict is essential for credible conclusions. Through case examples, this lecture will help genealogists recognize conflicts and provide strategies to resolve them in order to build family stories that are authentic and accurate.
BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Resolving Conflict: A Key to Sound Genealogical Conclusions (a 2025 Reisinger Lecture)
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Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
871 views
What happens when all evidence cannot possibly be correct? The process of assembling evidence may reveal inconsistencies and the Genealogical Proof Standard emphasizes that resolving conflict is essential for credible conclusions. Through case examples, this lecture will help genealogists recognize conflicts and provide strategies to resolve them in order to build family stories that are authentic and accurate.
Fri, October 17 2025: 15:30 UTC
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44:52
BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Assumptions: Problem-Solving Friend or Foe? (a 2023 Reisinger Lecture)
Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
815 views
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Assumptions: Problem-Solving Friend or Foe? (a 2023 Reisinger Lecture)
Do you have an unsolved research problem? Have you critically examined assumptions made during the research process? Some assumptions are valid, or even fundamental, but incorrect or misguided assumptions can act as mortar for genealogical brick walls. Learn to recognize, categorize, and address various types of assumptions to form sound genealogical conclusions. This class is presented live at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City as part of the Joy Reisinger Memorial Lecture Series and is being broadcasted by Legacy Family Tree Webinars.
BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Assumptions: Problem-Solving Friend or Foe? (a 2023 Reisinger Lecture)
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Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
815 views
Do you have an unsolved research problem? Have you critically examined assumptions made during the research process? Some assumptions are valid, or even fundamental, but incorrect or misguided assumptions can act as mortar for genealogical brick walls. Learn to recognize, categorize, and address various types of assumptions to form sound genealogical conclusions. This class is presented live at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City as part of the Joy Reisinger Memorial Lecture Series and is being broadcasted by Legacy Family Tree Webinars.
Fri, October 20 2023: 20:45 UTC
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BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Hidden Stories: Using Analysis to Explore the Unexpected in Family History (a 2022 Reisinger lecture)
Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
1.2K views
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Hidden Stories: Using Analysis to Explore the Unexpected in Family History (a 2022 Reisinger lecture)
Tales of illegitimacy, divorce, and desertion aren't limited to soap operas and modern reality television. Discovering trails that lead to unanticipated events can be shocking, confusing, and exciting all at the same time. This session will explore how genealogists can utilize the law, conflict resolution, and tools like date calculators and timelines to help build a clearer understanding of some potentially challenging historical situations.
BCGMethodology and SkillsReisinger Memorial Lecture Series
Hidden Stories: Using Analysis to Explore the Unexpected in Family History (a 2022 Reisinger lecture)
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Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
1.2K views
Tales of illegitimacy, divorce, and desertion aren't limited to soap operas and modern reality television. Discovering trails that lead to unanticipated events can be shocking, confusing, and exciting all at the same time. This session will explore how genealogists can utilize the law, conflict resolution, and tools like date calculators and timelines to help build a clearer understanding of some potentially challenging historical situations.
Fri, October 7 2022: 22:30 UTC
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1:12:51
BCGMethodology and SkillsDNA Testing
Finding Fayette’s Father: Autosomal DNA Reveals Misattributed Parentage
Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
1.8K views
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Finding Fayette’s Father: Autosomal DNA Reveals Misattributed Parentage
Traditional documentation clearly identified Fayette's father without conflict. However, the DNA results of Fayette's descendants told a different story. Learn how DNA evidence combined with a trail of clues and the application of the Genealogical Proof Standard revealed a secret from the summer of 1913.
BCGMethodology and SkillsDNA Testing
Finding Fayette’s Father: Autosomal DNA Reveals Misattributed Parentage
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Jennifer Zinck, CG®, AG®
1.8K views
Traditional documentation clearly identified Fayette's father without conflict. However, the DNA results of Fayette's descendants told a different story. Learn how DNA evidence combined with a trail of clues and the application of the Genealogical Proof Standard revealed a secret from the summer of 1913.
Wed, August 17 2022: 0:00 UTC
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