About
Johannes Rolf is a Researcher at Paderborn University's Faculty of Arts and Humanities, specializing in the intersection of theology and philosophy. He works within the Institute for Catholic Theology's Systematic Theology department, focusing on Christian Social Ethics and environmental ethics.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Theology and Philosophy (2010-2018) from Ruhr-University Bochum
- Master of Education in Catholic Theology and Philosophy (2018-2021) from Ruhr-University Bochum
- Staatsexamen in Philosophy and Catholic Religious Education (2021-2023) from the Center for School Practical Teacher Training in Hagen and Friedrich-Harkort-School
Research Focus
His research explores ecological responsibility as a systemic challenge in Christian Social Ethics, inspired by Pope Francis' Laudato si'. He also investigates the implications of climate skepticism for the Church's social doctrine and teaches courses like "Faith and Reason".
Academic Career
Previously, he worked at Ruhr-University Bochum's Chair of Christian Social Ethics (2013-2021), initially as a student assistant (SHK & WHB), later as a research assistant (WMA B.A.). From 2014-2018, he served as a tutor for the "Theological Introductory Course".
Contact Information
- Email: johannes.klaus.rolf@uni-paderborn.de
- Phone: +49 5251 60-4743
- Office: Room N3.113, Pohlweg 55, 33098 Paderborn
- Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 a.m. during lecture periods (by prior email registration), Zoom appointments available otherwise
