KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck Earns Prestigious JAWS Fellowship
Lucia Starbuck of KUNR has been honored with the 2026 JAWS Health Journalism Fellowship. This recognition highlights her impactful reporting, now supported on a national platform, and sets the stage for her future endeavors.
The Journalism and Women Symposium (JAWS), a leading nonprofit committed to advancing women journalists, grants this fellowship. Starbuck is among eight journalists selected to embark on an in-depth reporting project, backed by a grant, personalized mentoring, and comprehensive professional development.
Her upcoming project will delve into the influence of anti-immigrant attitudes on caregivers from diverse backgrounds and their clientele. Those with relevant experiences are encouraged to contribute to this investigation.



