Hans Marius Hansteen

Hans Marius Hansteen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy and First Semester Studies at the University of Bergen. His academic work spans social philosophy, political theory, critical theory, and rhetoric, with a particular focus on the intersections of philosophy and the humanities.

• Email: hans.hansteen@uib.no
• Office: Sydnesplass 12/13, 5007 Bergen, Room 110
• Contact: +47 55583017 / 55583017

Research Interests: His research delves into critical theory, rhetoric, and political philosophy. He explores themes such as:

• The role of grammar and rhetoric in political projects (e.g., Ivar Aasen's language reform)
• Solidarity and political imagination in Nordic-Mediterranean contexts
• Conflicts in educational policy and the role of trust in learning
• Intercultural communication beyond liberal-communitarian dichotomies
• Kantian perspectives on public reason and enlightenment

Publications Trends: His recent works emphasize cultural history, political discourse, and philosophical hermeneutics. Notably, he examines how linguistic norms shape political legitimacy and how historical memory intersects with contemporary critical theory.

Advocacy: He actively participates in academic campaigns, such as the international protest against closing the Lukács Archives in Budapest, highlighting his commitment to preserving 20th-century intellectual heritage.