Emma Oljans

Emma Oljans is a Senior Lecturer in Educational Sciences at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences (GIH), affiliated with the Department of Movement, Culture and Society, Section for Educational Sciences. She holds a PhD and actively participates in the interdisciplinary research group 'Research in Education & Movement Culture,' focusing on humanities and social sciences perspectives of movement, culture, and society. Her work bridges educational theory with practical applications in movement-based disciplines. Dr. Oljans can be reached at emma.oljans@gih.se or via phone at +46 8-120 53 772 at room 1360 on Lidingövägen 1.

Research Interests: Her research explores the intersection of education, movement practices, and societal dynamics. She investigates how cultural and institutional frameworks shape physical education and movement cultures, emphasizing critical pedagogy and qualitative methodologies. Her contributions advance understanding of sport's sociocultural roles and educational policies.

Labs/Teams: She collaborates within the Research in Education & Movement Culture group, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between humanities and social sciences.