Svein Olav Hansen

Svein Olav Hansen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering, Østfold University College in Fredrikstad. He holds a position as Chair of the Nordic Association's Control Committee and has been actively involved in teaching courses like 'Technology and Society' at the university's preparatory program. His academic background encompasses roles as a historian, teacher, and job consultant. Hansen’s research focuses on modern history with specializations in Nordic cooperation, local history of Halden, and social history.

His extensive publications include works on the history of the Nordic Association, Halden’s regional history, labor movements in Østfold, and the development of market economies. He has written both solo and collaborative books since 1994, contributing significantly to historical scholarship. Hansen teaches courses that bridge historical and technological contexts, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

• Key Positions: Assistant Professor, Chair of Nordic Association Control Committee
• Teaching: Technology and Society (Forkurs program)
• Research Interests: Modern History, Nordic Studies, Local History

Hansen’s work spans over three decades, blending academic research with practical roles in education and employment consulting. His publications reflect a deep engagement with regional and transnational historical narratives.