In this inspiring episode of Why Y’all Working?!, microbiologist Teniola Idowu shares her journey from PG County to earning her PhD at NYU, diving deep into her love for microbes, her path through programs like Meyerhoff and Millennium Scholars, and the personal growth that came with it. She discusses how faith, purpose, and community guided her pursuit of science, offering practical advice on navigating academia, mentorship, and finding meaning in one’s work