Boulder JCC Programs
Exchange: Digging for Your Roots When the World Is Breaking Branches
Details
Wednesdays, January 14 - February 18 | 1 - 3 pm | $68 | 6 weeks
Instructor: Ellen Kowitt
Discovering and sharing your family history can be a powerful way to relate across generations. In times of uncertainty, learning where we come from helps to ground us in who we are. Whether you’re just beginning to explore your ancestry or have years of research behind you, this course offers a supportive environment to learn, grow, and uncover the stories that shaped your family’s journey.
This class is guided by genealogists from the Jewish Genealogy Society of Colorado and is perfect for all backgrounds. We explore how cultural and historical records can offer deeper insight into identity, migration, and resilience. Each week focuses on a key topic such as basic resources, the impact of DNA testing, and sharing your story. See the upcoming Syllabus for complete details. Whether you’re curious about your heritage, seeking meaningful connection, or ready to dive into a new project, join us to dig deep and grow strong roots — even in uncertain times.
About your instructors
Ellen Kowitt is a professional genealogist specializing in American records and Jewish ancestry. She has completed the ProGen Study Program, Gen-Fed, and other advanced institute coursework while accepting clients and volunteering as JewishGen USA Research Division Director. She is a past president of the Jewish Genealogy Society of Colorado. Ellen speaks frequently at international conferences and has taught genealogy with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Denver. Her published client books include America’s Alligator Family: The David Crystal Story (2023) and From Scheinman to Simon (2024). Ellen will be supported by:
Greg Liverman, PhD, uses his background in chemistry and experience as a program manager to solve genealogical mysteries using DNA evidence.
Dina Carson is a long-time genealogist, local historian, author, publisher, and speaker, specializing in American research and publishing family histories.