Ingrid H. Morris

Ingrid H. Morris is an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Health Behavior at the University of North Carolina's Gillings School of Global Public Health. She concurrently serves as a senior manager of population health at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, leading initiatives in diabetes management, maternal health, and tobacco cessation. Her work has been recognized with a CEO Award for her contributions to member health improvement. Morris holds an MPH in Health Behavior from UNC Chapel Hill (2003) and a bachelor's degree in human biology from Stanford University.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Human Biology, Stanford University (with honors)
• MPH in Health Behavior and Health Education, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health (2003)

Research Focus: Morris prioritizes chronic disease prevention, health behavior change strategies, and implementation science. Her work integrates health communication principles to drive scalable public health interventions. Recent initiatives include innovative programs addressing maternal health and pandemic response strategies during the COVID-19 crisis.

Awards & Recognition:

• CEO Award (Blue Cross NC)
• Triangle Business Journal 40 Under 40 (Leadership Category)

Professional Engagement: Served as president of the Health Behavior Alumni Section at Gillings (2013–2016). Active volunteer in Stanford University’s OVAL admissions program. Leadership roles in cross-sector health collaborations between non-profits, clinics, and educational institutions.