Dr. Tanya Winegard was a cherished friend and coworker. She was a beloved member of the Creighton University family where she worked for the past 26 years, most recently as the Vice Provost for Student Life. She spent her career helping students navigate their way through college. Tanya was diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer on August 8, 2022, but never let her faith waver. Tanya passed on October 28, 2023. She left behind two children.