About
Gonzaga’s Jesuit, Catholic, Humanistic education will challenge and inspire you.
Matthew Barcus, M.A.
Program Manager- LGBTQ+ Education & Support
Matthew was born and raised in Iowa’s fourth largest city, Sioux City. During undergraduate work he focused on social psychology with research emphases in sexuality and gender, aging, prejudice/bias, and cheating behaviors. As a graduate student he worked in the library, in residence life, as a teaching assistant, and at the Office for Diversity. Prior to accepting the position at Gonzaga University, Matthew was the Coordinator of Sexual and Gender Diversity at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Matthew began working at Gonzaga in 2016 and was interested in doing LGBTQ+ education and support at a mission driven institution devoted to social justice aligned with his Catholic faith. His passion is for the affirmation and liberation of people from any and all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Matthew enjoys movies, reading, concerts, stand-up comedy, theater (especially musicals), swimming, playing Pokémon Go, and picking huckleberries.
If I were day of the week I would be Sunday because it is still part of the weekend, so it can be relaxing, focused on reflection, rest, and spirituality, but if you are busy preparing for the week ahead; a mixture of fun, social, anxiety, and potential.
Pronouns: He, him, his
Phone: 509-313-5847
E-mail: barcus@gonzaga.edu
Evelyn Elston
Undergraduate Assistant
Evelyn is a sophomore currently working towards a degree in business administration and public relations. In their free time they enjoy playing video games like Minecraft and Stardew Valley, as well as working on creative writing and theater projects. They currently serve as treasurer and as 1/3 of council for Gonzaga’s improv troupe, GUTS. Working for the center is rewarding for them because they enjoy facilitating community building for fellow queer students on campus.
If I were a day of the week, I would be Tuesday because I'm just getting started.
Pronouns: They, them, theirs
Julia Kilduff
Undergraduate Assistant
Pronouns: She, her, hers
Maisha Cole
Undergraduate Assistant
Pronouns: She, her, hers
Contact Us
Gonzaga University
502 E. Boone Ave
Spokane, WA. 99258-2513
Phone: (509) 313-5760
Email: lgbtq@gonzaga.edu
Hours & Location:
M-F 9AM - 5PM
Hemmingson Room 213