Genealogy Week! DNA Demystified: A Guide to Cracking Your Genetic Code

Uncover the stories hidden within your genes, connect with relatives, and gain a new appreciation for the incredible science that links us all. Join Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew for an introduction to genealogy DNA testing, where she’ll demystify scientific terms and concepts so that you can understand your own genetic code. She will also cover the different types of genealogy DNA tests available today and explain what each test can reveal about your ancestry, and which is best suited for your personal goals. In addition, the session will cover important ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and the limitations of DNA testing.

Presented by Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew

Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew is a California native with deep southern roots, a speaker, family genealogist, genealogical educator, occasional blogger, and professional researcher. She is active in numerous societies and organizations, currently serving as the president of the APG Writers SIG, a director of the Genealogical Speakers Guild, and Director of the Oakhurst, California FamilySearch Center. She holds a BA in sociology, an MA in Educational Technology, and a Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies (PLCGS).