Forever Buffs: Meet Tanya Mares Kelly-Bowry (IntlAf’93). From a young Latina student at CU Boulder to a prominent lobbyist and community leader, Tanya’s journey showcases her resilience and commitment to public service. Over her 26-year tenure at CU, Tanya became the youngest woman and first Hispanic vice president for government relations, securing more than $1 billion in funding and advancing key legislative priorities. Her leadership not only strengthened CU’s lobbying efforts but also championed diversity and inclusion. Beyond CU, Tanya co-founded Policy Matters, mentoring political leaders and shaping policies at every level. Her numerous accolades include Administrator of the Year and fellowships from Harvard and the Colorado Trust. Tanya also supports scholarships and organizations like the Latin American Education Foundation and Imagine! Celebrate Tanya’s extraordinary accomplishments at the upcoming Alumni Awards. Register via the link in our bio to honor Tanya and other ex...