Nicole Begay is a 20-year-old third year student at the University of Arizona. She is studying Retail and Consumer Sciences to work with her Fashion minor. Her plans for the next 5 years include starting up a small business selling fashionable trends and eventually RED products to continue supporting the HIV community. Nicole loves everything crafty and creative, can never give up on a hobby until it is perfect, and when she puts her mind to something there is nothing that will stop her.

She is proud of the volunteer work she has put into the HIV community. Last year she had the honor of being a Co-chair of the Phoenix Aids Walk in Arizona. She has been a speaker numerous times at events around Arizona along with many other communities. Her favorite places to volunteer are the middle schools where she shares her story and status with young kids.

Nicole takes pride in herself and her work as an advocate in the community of HIV/AIDS and abuse. She has a passion and burden for young adults who suffer with these issues. She plans to continue her volunteering at police stations, on reservations, and at the University of Arizona. She is blessed to be working with The HIV League to help continue her journey through school to become the person she wants to be someday.

Mesa, AZ - University of Arizona - One-Year Full-Time 2019 HIV League Scholar ($3,500)