Coming Home Interview with Tedd Konya: How studying science at FDU shaped an international research career!

In this episode of Coming Home, hosts Michael Cannetti and Mike Ramos sit down with Fairleigh Dickinson University alumnus Tedd Konya to explore his journey from New Jersey to Toronto—and from studying science at FDU to building a career in laboratory research at the University of Toronto.Tedd reflects on his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, the professors and experiences that shaped his academic path, and how his education helped prepare him for a career in scientific research. We discuss the realities of leaving home, pursuing opportunity across borders, and building both a career and a family in a new country.This episode is a powerful reminder of how an FDU education can open doors far beyond campus—and how curiosity, persistence, and mentorship can shape a life.Whether you’re a current student, alumni, educator, or someone navigating your own career path, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and perspective.Don't forget to Like and Subscribe to our podcast.#ComingHomePodcast#FDUAlumni#FairleighDickinsonUniversity#FDUProudCareer & Education#STEMCareers#ScienceCareers#LifeAfterCollege#CareerJourneyGeography & Growth#NewJersey#TorontoLife#GlobalCareers#FromCampusToCareer@FDUComingHome RSS Feed:  https://feeds.transistor.fm/coming-home-podcastYoutube:  https://www.youtube.com/@FDUComingHomeApple Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coming-home-podcast/id1841922196Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5lgIo5VyxoF0sgSC5y3K2sAmazon Music:  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b7bb9234-52bd-408b-8912-2376ffb78758/coming-home-podcastDeezer:  https://www.deezer.com/us/show/1002232011Listen Notes:  https://lnns.co/a8rYNqJ60Vy