Esther M. Gentile

Esther M. Gentile is an Adjunct Professor at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) within the College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Spanish and Art & Humanities. She holds an M.A. in Latin American Studies from American University and has taught Spanish at multiple levels, including Beginning Spanish I & II and General Spanish. Her academic career includes a prior role as Assistant Professor at Havana University in Cuba from 1988 to 1991.

• Education:
  • Master of Art in Latin American Studies, American University
• Roles:
  • Adjunct Professor, UDC (2016–Present)
  • Spanish Tutor (2006–2010)
  • Assistant Professor, Havana University, Cuba (1988–1991)

Her research and teaching interests span Spanish language instruction, Art History, and Latin American Studies. At UDC, she has delivered courses focused on foundational Spanish skills and broader cultural contexts.