An Oregonian by birth, Jewell is a professional genealogist specializing in Adoption, DNA family reconstruction, Native American Enrollment, and Land research. Her research is concentrated in the United States, as well as reaching into Canada and Mexico.
- Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research, topics include; Military, Writing, Virginia Research, Federal Records pertaining to Genealogy and Methodology
- Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy Coursework, topics include DNA, Hispanic Research, Land, and Case Study Practicum
- Midwest African American Genealogy Institute
- Oral History Association Institute
- Member of the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)
- MBA & DBA in Business Administration
- BA in History
- Seven years archival work