Kari Kjontvedt Weis
ProGen Member Overview
Kari's love of genealogy and research began over twenty years ago. An active member of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Kari has worked on hundreds of applications for women to join the society; and held numerous positions that relate to DAR applications. Kari enjoys volunteering and has traveled to Kenya for humanitarian work.
Education
B.A. with honors, Hunter College, History
M.A. Bank Street College of Education, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Harvard University Graduate School of Education Certificate Holder Making Thinking Visible Program
Boston University - Certificate Holder Genealogical Research Program
Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP) - Women and Children First! Research Methods for the Hidden Members of the Family
Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) - Introduction to Genetic Genealogy
DAR's Genealogy Research Institute
Experience
Kari's experience includes work for private clients, background research for the television show, “Who Do You Think You Are?”, and giving numerous workshops and presentations.