Hans Olav Hodøl

Hans Olav Hodøl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Nordic and Media Studies, University of Agder (UiA), and holds a part-time position at the Journalism, Media and Communications Department at NLA University College. With a background in TV production, he transitioned to academia in the mid-1990s, focusing on teaching journalism, media production, and communication. His research emphasizes religion and media, particularly digital culture in religious contexts, and journalism education's role in preparing students for professional challenges. He has served in leadership roles such as academic director and department head.

His key research areas include strategic communication in religious institutions, online worship practices, and the adaptation of journalism education to evolving media landscapes. Hodøl is a member of the Media and Communication Studies research group at UiA.

Recent publications explore topics like communication education trends, churches' use of social media, and the impact of AI on educational practices. His work bridges practical media production experience with academic inquiry, addressing contemporary issues in digital religion and media pedagogy.