International Achievement Awards & Scholarships

Dr. Kristina Hook

Assistant Professor of Conflict Management, Kennesaw State University

 Dr. Kristina Hook is an anthropologist specializing in genocide and mass atrocity prevention. She has conducted multi-year fieldwork in Ukraine since 2015, supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, Fulbright, USAID, and others. A recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship, Dr. Hook’s book on the legacy of the Ukrainian Holodomor against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war is forthcoming.

Dr. Hook’s analysis has also appeared in numerous peer-reviewed, policy, and media outlets, including Foreign Affairs, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Genocide Studies and Prevention, CNN, USA Today, Washington Post, and elsewhere. Her research on the Russia-Ukraine war has won multiple awards and has been cited by the International Court of Justice, United Nations, NATO, Parliamentary Assembly of Europe, U.S. government, and others. In 2024, Dr. Hook was KSU’s Outstanding Early Career Faculty and Conference-USA Faculty Achievement Award recipient.

Dr. Hook previously served as a U.S. Department of State policy adviser, nonresident research fellow at the Marine Corps University, and a U.S. Presidential Management Fellow. She is presently a Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center.

Faith Wangunyu

Head of School, Princeton Preparatory Schools

Faith Wangunyu is a dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience specializing in early childhood education. She has founded and successfully led three schools for children aged 18 months to 12 years, operating in both the United States and Kenya. Faith is passionate about creating inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments that foster the growth of young learners.

Her approach to education emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children, ensuring they are well-rounded individuals prepared for lifelong success. Faith’s work has positively impacted numerous students and communities, as she strives to bridge cultural contexts and adapt educational practices to meet diverse needs. Committed to continuous learning, she actively seeks professional development opportunities to stay ahead of emerging trends in education. Through her dedication and leadership, Faith continues to inspire and empower both students and fellow educators.