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Gary Hentzi is a Professor in the Department of English at Baruch College, City University of New York, affiliated with the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences. Specializing in 18th-century English literature, film studies, and cultural criticism, he has taught courses such as Great Works of Literature, Writing, and Independent Study English. His academic career spans over three decades, with extensive committee leadership roles and interdisciplinary research.
- Ph.D. and M.A. in English, Columbia University (1984, 1982)
- B.A. in English, Oberlin College (1981)
Hentzi's research bridges literature and film, focusing on the postwar counterculture, Darwinism in Victorian literature, and economic themes in 18th-century fiction. His work examines narrative structures, gender roles, and cultural hegemony, with particular attention to authors like Daniel Defoe and filmmakers like Peter Weir.
The 15 most recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, spanning books on counterculture narratives, journal articles analyzing Defoe's economic motifs, and presentations on crime films and cultural studies. These works intersect with keywords such as 18th-century literature, film theory, and cultural analysis.
- Distinguished Teaching Award, Baruch College (1997)
- Nominated for Distinguished Teaching Award (1993)
- President's Fellow, Columbia University (1982-1984)
- High Honors in English, Oberlin College (1981)
As Co-Founder and Director of Baruch's Co-Freshman Learning Communities Program and member of committees like the Milt Hinton Jazz Committee, Hentzi integrates pedagogy with cultural initiatives. His service includes leadership roles on college and departmental committees from 1988–2022.
