Hans-Olav Hodøl

Hans-Olav Hodøl is an Associate Professor affiliated with both the University of Agder and NLA University College Gimlekollen. His work focuses on Religion and Media, particularly digital culture in church contexts, with a part-time position at NLA Gimlekollen.

• Academic leader and study coordinator
• Head of department

Research interests span media practices in religious settings, including online worship services, social media use by churches, and integration of digital technology in rituals. His publications analyze how churches adapt to digital platforms, especially during crises like the pandemic.

Publications trend: Recent work emphasizes virtual church services, audience reception, and the ethical implications of religious social media presence. Earlier studies focus on television worship and global journalism education.