Ingrid Shields

Ingrid Shields is a versatile professional with a background in environmental and development economics, library and information science, international studies, and German.

Currently, she serves as a Senior advisor in external relations at the University of Oslo, leading strategic events such as UiO at Arendalsuka and Oslo Peace Days while also managing Partnerforum activities.

With over a decade of experience, Ingrid previously worked at the US Embassy Oslo, handling information, communication, community engagement, and media monitoring/reporting.

She also dedicated time as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Kazakhstan, focusing on youth and HIV/AIDS prevention.

In her academic journey, Ingrid earned a MLIS from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an M. Phil in Environmental and Development Economics from the University of Oslo, and a double degree in International Studies and German from The Johns Hopkins University.

Fluent in Norwegian and English, Ingrid also possesses skills in German and some knowledge of Russian.

Her role at the University of Oslo involves fostering relationships with the community and contributing to the institution's mission of engagement and development.