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.

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In this episode of Coming Home, hosts Michael Cannetti and Mike Ramos sit down with Kelley Kramer, Fairleigh Dickinson University alumna, Pinnacle Award winner, and communications and TV news professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry.
Kelley shares her journey from studying at FDU and the journey to becoming a respected voice in broadcast journalism. We discuss her time at FDU, and her process of growing her career, the evolution of media and communications, and what it takes to build a lasting career in a constantly changing industry.

Whether you’re an FDU student, an aspiring journalist, or simply curious about life behind the newsroom desk, this inspiring conversation offers valuable lessons on storytelling, professionalism, and staying adaptable in a media-driven world.
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In this episode of FDU Coming Home, Mike and Michael interview FDU Alumni and former Board of Governors member, Mark Sapara. Mark has a long history with Fairleigh Dickinson in many different roles. Mark takes us into the past and the history of Fairleigh Dickinson and shares stories Mike and Michael never knew about FDU and its origins. He is currently the Associate Vice President and Senior Advisor to the Vice President of Student Life at Lafayette College, and Mark knows the value of education and how important FDU was on his life. Join us as we go down memory lane with Mark Sapara on FDU Coming Home.

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Travel down memory lane with Mike and Michael as they interview FDU Alumni Dr. Sean Stein-Smith about his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Crypto Currency, Higher Education, and how his time at FDU shaped who he would become. Join us for another episode of the "Coming Home Podcast."

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In the first official episode of FDU Coming Home, Michael Cannetti and Mike Ramos discuss their time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, their memories, their journey, and the goals of the podcast. Take a trip back home to FDU with Mike and Michael.

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Coming Home is a podcast where Mike Ramos and Michael Cannetti, fellow alumni of Fairleigh Dickinson University interview, chat with, reminisce, and discuss their time at FDU and where they are now. In this teaser trailer Mike and Michael discuss their origin story of how they found FDU and how they ended up going there. Stay tuned every two weeks as Mike and Michael interview fellow alumni.

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