Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous
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Known as a Significant Voice in Modern Literature, a Poet of the Year, 2020 Black Author Matters Winner, 2025 Black Authors Matter Children Book Awards Nominee for his books, and International Impact Awards' Author of the Year Nominee
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Leana's Day
Said I can't wait till He wipes every tear from my eye. Said I can't wait till He wipe every tear from my eye. He's gonna wipe every tear from my eye oh my. He's gonna wipe every tear from my eye oh my. I could hear the choir from church now practicing over and over again. As the church was not too far from my home. My grandmother who raised me and gave me everything that I had. She taught me to revere God. That even though sometimes He works mysteriously that things would work out. My parents lost custody because they became too poor and the bills add up. But I respect them for giving birth to me and helping grandma pay the bills. My grandmother taught me how to read and write. She taught me how to be a good person. And she made sure that I did really well. I remember how she was there for me each time rain or shine. And I loved her dearly. When I graduated from school, she was old but still strong strong like Black Coffee in the morning. She would always sing in the morning, sing when she was working, sing when she was cooking. And eventually she taught me how to sing. I loved this song of hers. Sweet Lord Sweet Lord why don't you come by here. Ohhhh Sweet Lord Sweet Lord we need to hear from you. Sweet Lord Sweet Lord you know you are needed and your people want a touch from you. I could not afford to go to college because I did not have the funds. I was one of the smartest students, did really well in school but I could not afford the funds. So I worked at a coffee shop and I met some church folks. Hey Leana aren't you Mrs. Betters' grandchild. I was shy at first but gave in. Yes it's little Leana. I love this job. It pays well and I could make an earning. The folks said I bet you know how to sing because Mrs. Betters was known for singing. Boy she could tear a house down with her voice. Her voice is like an angel. Sing for us. Go up on stage and sing for us. I resisted I don't know. Singing ain't gonna pay my bills. Now just enjoy your meal and I will let grandma know about it. The folks said You know God. God doesn't like people hiding talent. God doesn't like pride. God gave us talent to used when we go through something and to give Him the glory. That's what Bishop Press said. And I shyly went away politely. After sometime, I thought of what they said in the back of my mind while working. And my friend Jenne said Leana you worked here for years and they did not give you a raise. They gave that other new girl a raised. I said Jenne mind your business. My grandmother really need the money plus she let me get things. And I can't afford college. Jenne said Girl they are using us, they are keeping the tips and they are making us work overtime for free. I said What? I am calling the manager because that is robbery. I am not gonna work for free and not receive benefits. So I quitted working and asked to speak to the manager. Mr. Bryant I can't work for free. I got to pay bills. My grandmother depend upon it. You can't expect people to be loyal to a job that uses them. Mr. Bryant said That's the rule if you don't like some of our practice. You are welcome to leave. We have a strict budget and we can't afford to pay overtime. I said Well it's not like you have paid for me for my overtime and you never gave me a raise in upton amount of years. I should just walk out. Mr. Bryant said if you quit then you are not welcome back. I walked and said fine. I hugged and said good bye to Jenne. Jenne said Girl what are you gonna do. I said I got something saved up. And I started singing my way out. Doesn't make a difference what you say. Doesn't make a difference what you do. Doesn't make a difference unless you be true. O Help me Lord Help me see my way. As I was walking home, I had to figure my life out. I passed the playground and my old school just when the sun was setting and walk two miles home with some food and water. I felt the gentle breeze and got out of the way of the fast moving cars. I came home early asking for my grandmother. And my mother showed up, Leana why aren't you at work? I said Mom they cheated me over and over again. And I ain't gonna be cheated. I worked there for years no raise. But they gave it to a new girl. Mom said well maybe you can work for the church. I said the Church oh no no no. Mom said Remember child your father and I was paying your grandmother's bills. We were the people behind her care for you. And now it's time to grow up and be the woman we know you are. We have somethings. You are not alone. And we can fix those years of struggling. I said Mom you weren't there for me. I forgive you. And grandma told me you cared but let me choose my life. I started walking toward the stairs. Mom said Leana Bishop Press is coming by to offer you a job. I suggested you get ready and suit up because you will serve in the church. You will sing for her. And I meant that. I said Oh Mom. Then Bishop Press with church staff came by around 7pm. And they were talking to Mom and chatting for hours. And Mom called me. And I said Mom where is grandma. Mom said she is out with your father. They are shopping. I said for what. Mom said what do you mean for what? Maybe a gift for you. I can't tell. I said Alright Mom I will do it. I ain't got no job anyways. Mom said Sing without the piano and then with. I sang Jesus Jesus give me this day. My daily bread and let me see no evil. I want to walk with you. I want to be with you. Heaven's my true home. Take me there someday oh someday. Then the ministers clap loudly. And Bishop Press said Why am I hearing her now? Child God took that job away because He has big plans for you. You can be somebody. And forgive that job that was just a stepping stone. Let go. Life is too great to be angry. Life is too great to be ugly. Life is too great to be miserable. God is life and life abundantly. Trust Him to supply your need according to his riches and glory. And let the ulginess die, let people who bring out the ugly in you I mean it let them go. Let situations that bring out your worse let it go. Let the pain, the offense, and the hurt go. And I turned to my Mother with tears in my eye and said Mom I love you and I love Dad. I forgive you for not raising me. Mom cried I tried but they took you away. We tried but you're okay and we never stop fighting for you. And I hugged Mom then I played the piano singing Dear Jesus I love you. You are where my source come from. You are my help. You are my strength. I will always trust you. I will always obey. For Dear Jesus I love you. I love you.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Journal
Lazarus' Beginnings
I was a good son that never went partying. I never went down the wrong road. Though I thought about it. I never did. And I tried to live my life as an example. I wanted to be a good Christian. My father raised me to be a good man. He desired me to be a leader. And to lead by example. And it so happened that my parents divorced and I was taken custody by my father. I loved my mother but she was too hurt over her marriage to raise me. I will always love my mother but I will never understand where she come from. I would never understand why she did not want me. I will never understand why she left me. Living with my beloved father, he would make sure I came home on time and went to school. And though I fought with words because I would never lift up my hands to my father. My father was the only one that cared about me and he was the only one to keep me. My father hoped for me to be something Mr. Lazarus was his name. And I was Jr. I would come to my father with every problem and with every concern. Because I knew my father was wise, reading tons and tons of books and listening to hundreds and hundreds of music. And he made sure I went to church even in college. I would do it for my father's honor and my family was a godly one. It so happened that I felt sicked really sicked. It started with a lump in my foot. So my father took me to the doctor and asked the doctor what it was. And the doctor ran many tests and said that it is a nerve issue. i was worried what people might say and I was worried if I would live long. But my father prayed and made sure I took my medicine. And I was healed and happy again but I knew something worse was coming along and hope my father would be around to save me again. After college and graduating, the exact day after for several days I could not sleep. I could not lay down. I was seeing things, seeing devils, and seeing demons. Something trying to traumatized me. And I would do a slave dance to resist within my power. And finally my father caught me one night. And he told me to go to sleep. I cried that I can't. And we argue for a moment. And he asked Jr. are you sick. And I was afraid of being locked into the hospital. And he asked again. And I broke the rule. I fought with my father when he tried to give me medicine. And he threatened to call the police. And I said cryingly I am ill. I am sick again. I don't know why. God I don't know why. Help me. And my father said I can't believe you fought with me. And the officers came and I explained that I am sick and ill and I don't know what illness it is. And I said that I could not move. My father thought I was exaggerating and he let them take me. So I was crying while they carried me out. And I was crying to God and praying and it felt like what the preacher talked about the passion of Christ his sufferings. They strapped me to the bed to take me to a psyche ward. I cried and I heard a voice Look up to Heaven Jr. For I am with you. I am with you. So I stop crying and lay down. And the first responders tighten my straps. And they left to check in on my father who was distraught because he was hurting over what I have done and he tried to come. The first responder said Your father wants to come but we recommended that he should not because of the issue you had with him. You are now under our care and we are taking you to the hospital. And they left again because my father really wanted to come. I heard for the last time Your father really want to come. And the responder went back but the third time the officers and first responders were shocked to find out my straps were loosen and I did not run away. The responders put the straps back on and the officers left afterwards. As I was taken by the ambulance they withdrew blood and it hurted terribly. I begin to cry again. And I was rushed into the hospital. They asked what to call me I said Jr. And they left me strapped up because the hospital was packed. I was strapped while they run tests. And I cried and prayed like my father taught me. And I was finally getting a little sleep. And I kept sleeping and closing my eyes and talking to God. And I waited really really really long. And a shadow of death came in the room, I thought to take me and begin crying for Jesus profusely with tears. And the shadow of death kept coming closer and then the shadow stopped all of sudden. And I heard the angelic voice say. I loosen your straps again Jr. Now go tell them. So I jumped off the hospital bed and walk to get assistance. And the doctors and nurses marvel. And I asked for assistance and something eat. And they promised to help. So I willingly laid upon the bed and they put the straps back on but not so tight. And within time a nurse came to visit. And she gave me some medicine similar to one that my father gave. And she asked me about how I ended up there. She was nice. And she asked the medical questions. She said what a good looking man like you ended in this hospital. And I told her about my life. Mary was a beautiful nurse and she was a Christian like me. Then she told me plainly that I am sick and they don't know if I will recover. I told her I will do what the doctors say and I want a Bible. And I started with Abraham each day I kept reading about Abraham and praying that I got better. And Mary told me the good news after months in the hospital that I am doing better and recovering. And she said I had some visitors. It was my mother and father, my mother said she tried to come for me. She tried to put me on her insurance but they would not let her. She tried reaching out to me. My father said that it's okay Jr. I am here now. It was not you. It was the illness. And keep fighting I plan for you to keep doing great things. So help you God. Mary interrupted and brought in the psychologist. The psychologist said Your son is a medical marvel. That call saved his life. He has a rare lifelong mental illness. And first Jr. It is okay you will live but with help from meds and mental health counseling. Mr. and Mrs. Lazarus if your son would have stay with you he would have died in your home. But he is a miracle. His mind is great and in good condition. He excelled at our Jeopardy games and he excelled at our Computer mind games. He only played them a few times and he did an excellent job. And Mom and Dad wished me well and hug me and talk to the doctors. And I said my good byes. And I told Mary that I like her and I thank her for all of her help calling her a good women and great nurse. She slightly resisted but eventually gave in and said you're okay too as she gently hug me and tap my shoulder smiling.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Families
Earnesta's Will
Lord I am trying to make it through. Lord I am trying to overcome. My soul is weary. And my soul is in need of rest. O Savior I need thee I pray for thee. And the choir sung over and over Lord Lord Lord I've been through Lord Lord Lord I've been through Lord Lord Lord I've been through. I never heard that song before on the radio. It made me feel happy so much I wipe a tear from my eye. It reminded me of the songs they used to sang in Momma's church. Momma used to love repeating those songs when she was stressed. Momma would sang so pretty and loud that people outside could hear her. Even when she washed the clothes, she would be humming in the fields. Sometimes I missed Momma so much I would go by our old house and remember. I better hurry up get to church because you know church doesn't wait for you. And I love praise and worship and Pastor Clay's preaching. I usually am good at getting ready but it just lately I have been feeling it. Going through a divorce, loveless marriage ending. And not yet ready to give up. Like stormy weather, I am frightened at public confrontation. Even though I am not ashamed because it was not me but the relationship was just turning for the worst. I can't keep feeling this way. I can't keep letting these emotions get to me. Sometimes I would have to walk in the rain just to relieve my stress. Sometimes I would run in the rain. Something I used to do as a child because it was fun. And I like laughing and playing. Momma said I was a curious and adventurous child. Yeah whatever happened to that, being fun and adventurous. Hebert just was too strict and he cling too much. I need space. I need independence. I need a life. Anyways I am dressed and on my way to church. I can't seem to get that song out of my head. Momma said when you are hurting He knows. There will be times of depression, times of anguish, times of stress. When you need a word, that's when it time to go to church. You gotta know when to be preach to and when to preach and when to teach and when to listen. Many people don't feel preaching. Many people don't feel like listening I guess. Many people don't think about God or ignores His existence. But I was raised better. Momma would put me in my place if I ever thought that. Lord knows, wait don't rain now. I am praying Father in Heaven I love rain but no storm. And you said we have dominion and power. Give me dominion and power right now to tell that storm not to come. I never liked storms ever since I was a child. I remember the thunder, the lightning, wind, and the damage. I could not play even in the house. I had to stay quiet. I was soooo afraid about being struck. My heart stood still as I clutch my favorite stuffed French Bull Dog doll. I called him Puddles. Puddles would help me to sleep at night and on time. I love Puddles because he kept me safe. I would not cry with Puddles. However I somehow lost him. Oh good it did not rain but I am running late. I got passed everyone to get a good seat. Good they are still doing praise and worship and singing We are Healed. The lead sing twice He was wounded for our transgression, He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon him. With his stripes we are healed. And the choir joined Augusta the lead who was classical trained repeating for the third time. But something happened to me as a social worker I never thought I needed the help. Helping all those people for 20 years on the job and i could not save my 20 years marriage. Telling everybody it's okay and not feeling okay. Was I living in vain? Was I a liar? Was I living a life of lies? So worryingly I walked out of the sanctuary covering my tears into the women's bathroom and I chose a stall. I heard to church friends talking. You know Teresha you should not go around spreading gossip and rumors. It is not becoming. You know you will reap what you sow. As they both were fixing their looks in the large mirror. The other said So what you are suppose to speak the truth. And they both stood quiet oddly. I did not want to break the conversation or be questioned by them so I stood in the stall. Merea you should mind your business. The truth will come out. Teresha the truth belongs to God not to you and you will reap what you sow. Why do you want to hurt her so bad? Why do you want to be so ugly? Put yourself in her shoes. I just could not stay any longer plus Pastor Clay might be speaking. So I got out quickly washed my hands in the third sink and quietly left. And the two women were shocked and offended. And as I was walking in the sanctuary, Pastor Clay was speaking. You say I am hurting. You say I am offended. You say Lord why? But do you really want the answer. Do you really want to know why. God is trying to get through to you in a loving way. He is trying to tell you something that you need to know. God is trying to change your life, change your direction, change your position in life. Though you live, you strive. Though you seem okay, you faint. Though you struggle, you close yourself. God is trying to get through to you. God is trying to speak to you. He wants you to know that hurt is not life. Offense is not life. Struggling is not life. He wants you to live. For God so loved the world that He gave His only Begotten Son that whomsoever believe in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life. If you need healing from the past come to the altar. If you need healing of abuse, come to the altar. If you need healing of hurt, come to the altar. The altar is here for you to meet God. the altar is here for you come to God. The altar is here for you to humble yourself and seek His face. Amen. And the church was in an uproar and many people came to the altar even I. As the choir sang Is your all on the altar of sacrifice? Is it laid? Does your heart let the Spirit take control? You can only be blessed and have peace and perfect rest when your all on the altar is laid. And Pastor Clay prayed on me and I fell into the arms of the ushers. I blackout and had a dream just a light and hearing this voice of God saying Is your all? Do you give up everything to me? Forgive as I have forgiven you. And the storm of your life shall subside. And I woke up covered by a sheet from the usher. And I told the minister what I saw and hear. And the minister prayed on me and encourage me. They gave me the church number to call for guidance. And as I went home I was singing that song on the radio and I had to pull over and say to God I will do what you will. I give up my will for yours. And a driver came to see if I was okay, it was my brother Peter and he told me about Momma. After talking for sometime, he gave me some Fried Fish Dinner that he just brought saying that he had extra dinners. I told him about Hebert. And he asked me if I love him. And I tried to ignore but my brother Peter is persistent. And I said yes I do loved him. Peter said God can fixed it Earnesta. Do God's Will. Ask God if you should go back to him. Tell God you will do whatever He says. Then Peter left to see Momma. i tried to fix my makeup and prayed. i felt better. I felt alright. My marriage needs God. I need God. I feel healed in my right mind and I feel like my storm has passed by Jesus' stripes. And whatever happens happens. I will let that man know that I love him. And I will leave it in God's hands.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
The Esteemed Scientist
Back in those days, you stood in your place. You did not cause any trouble. You stood in your place. You didn't make no mob angry. You stood in your place. I had troubled with that. I had troubled with society. It was just simply racist. It was just pure racist. To think just because you are Black that you cannot be accomplished. That you cannot be something. That you cannot change people's lives. That you cannot be a great inventor. Working at Time University, first cleaning as a janitor then winning scholarships after scholarships from charities and churches. I worked my way up. I knew everything that was to know. I was directing students to finding their classes. I was listening and listening. There were things I did not know but the students taught me. They would love explaining what they learned. And they would even invite me into their classrooms after class. They would re-act the professor. And they would teach me what they learned. I would just listen and guess. Listen and think and I wanted to graduate. I wanted to go to college. I wanted to achieve educational opportunities and dreams. And it happened that I got my chance being passed middle age and being married for sometime. That I figured out a way to go to Time University, admissions was grueling. I practiced and practiced and practiced. And after thoroughly being examined I was called Mr. Carver you would make an excellent first choice to this university. You have shown hard work and diligence. And I was shocked and I did not say a word except thank you. And when I got home, I celebrated with my wife of many years Belinda. Belinda was a smart and kind woman in fact I believe she was smarter than me and the backbone of the marriage. Her meals were amazing and she heard from her bosses about news and inside stuff that could help me after school. We were good together. We were amazing together. We could not have children yet because we could not afford them. Housekeeping and being a janitor only got us enough money to just pay the bills but I promised my wife Belinda that I would get her pregnant as soon as I come up with a rich idea. Belinda would laugh slightly and say When will that be Carver when I turned 60. And I knew she was just kidding. Just in my first semester, the professor was hard on me being the only Black student in the class. They expect perfection but humility and humbleness and smarts won them over. I would do my homework early and ask thousands of questions. As time went by at Time University, I got my big break. I thought I did something wrong after class because the professor said he would like to see me after class. And he waited till everyone left and pull me into his office. He said Carver your ideas are brilliant. You are smart. Don't compete. Just be yourself. I see greatness in you. And I smiled but I doubted and said But you know you know my color is what keeps me from being like everyone else. I think all the time. I brainstorm all the time. My mind wanders and ideas come but I don't know if I have the brains or prowess to pull it off. The Professor reassured yes you will. Carver I want you to keep a secret. I am a minority too. I am Jewish. If I could do great things then so can you. I see potential in you. Here. And he handed me my paper and said Your assignment is to build this invention. It is an independent project and you will do it before the end of the semester. I want you to succeed. I was shocked and confused. And I hesitatingly agreed and went home to my wife. Belinda looked at me after sometime while I stared at her dinner. She thought I was sick or wanting to die. And I was disturbed. And Belinda got it out of me and then I stared at her. Carver that's wonderful sweetheart that's amazing we can have a child. We have become rich. We can do what we always wanted. I said The thing is I just talk I don't know how to think outside the box. I don't know how to brainstorm. Belinda said Carver you will. That is not the man I married you will so help me. And so I read the ideas from my paper to her, and Belinda smiled and said I did not know you had that much brains. Just do it Carver do it. After some days of thinking about it, I came up with an idea after idea, then weeks begin to sketch designs after designs eventually the semester was coming to end. That morning to present to my professor, I called in my wife. And I tried to explain in detail she just said just say what it is baby. And Belinda told me and gave me advice just say what it is in plain English. So i went to classes and went to the Professor's office after class to present my invention. And the Professor stood up and applauded and pat me on the shoulder after the presentation. My God you did it. You invented something. You achieved greatness. But how are you gonna get the patent said the Professor. Carver i can get the patent done because it is just formalities and writing. The Professor exclaimed used the university's address. Carver said I have to asked you something. Can I used your name for the product? The Professor said why. Carver said Because nobody's gonna believe a Black man invented it without help. The Professor said I will pay for the marketing you build the product. You already meet the standard try just try and send it in. And yes you can use my name. And they shook hands. The following semesters passed without word from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. And then Belinda was up to something, she made my favorite dinner and just before dessert showed me the letter from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. I was so happy i read it and got the patent. I drunk and made love to my wife. I also received a call that morning from the Professor that they loved the design and will market while producing the invention. The Professor arranged for the marketer to meet me and the marketer was racist and a con artist. And he then asked about my life and he promised twenty thousand dollars to used the Professor's name instead of mines. And I agreed even though I felt betrayed. I had two sides afterwards about it. I presented a happy face with my wife Belinda because she was pregnant with our first child but I started going down into darkness into depression. The Professor caught me drinking and he paid for my cab. And he said that damn marketer cheated us. I will pay for your schooling Carver and we will tell the truth at once. And the marketer was sued by us and the Court decided in our favor plus they granted me royalty on the invention to pay for damages. And the Professor congratulated me on the win and gifted me with a recommendation that I worked for Time University.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in History
The Memorial Club
I remember that war just like it was yesterday. My troops were in good spirits and they were aim and ready to fight. We all had a good healthy breakfast. We were all fixed on doing well and getting home to see our families. Afterall we have been fighting this war for years, and we had ups and downs victories and defeats. But we were determined to come out as the victor. We were ready. We were prepared and we were unafraid of the consequences. I remember I was suppose to be on that helicopter when it crashed in Afganistan. But I was not feeling well and I got PTSD. And I went home to my family feeling like a coward feeling like a failure. I was relieved of my duty and I was relieved of my position. I went to their funerals to heal. But it was heartwrenching. I saw the tears of their friends. I saw the tears of their parents. I saw the tears of their children. I had to leave early because it was overwhelming. I remember gently walking outside and crying in my car while holding their picture. And crying profusely because I felt it was my fault that I deserved no recognition without them .That I was somehow a failure. And I struggled I had to find a way to keep getting my payments. My family suffered because of my PTSD. I remember trying to tell my three year old that we are gonna make it. She would not stop crying leaving her friends and leaving her family and leaving her school. It was awful days ahead. Then the medicine, sometimes I would be so depressed that I would want to end it all but somehow the sound of my children and the voice of my spouse healed me and made me feel better. And the medicine, the pain from the medicine was more gentle than the pain of remembering. It took months for me to laugh and cry for joy. You see you go through a depressive phase that ebbs away your personality and sedates your attitude. I am surprised that my family stood by me. I am surprised that my parents who raised me came together set aside their differences and their divorce and showed me that they loved enough to fight for me. My hopes were on the brink of coming back and I was ready to talk to the families just when my counselor who gave me back my home and she gave my family the security that they needed. Ms. Sandy came to me and told me now that you are better you can help others. Share your story with these veterans share your story with these surivvors then talk to the family. So my parents trained me to get the story right then my wife held my hand to check if I am okay and eventually my therapy dog from war gave me grit and guts to overcome the despair. And I wanted my parents and my wife there but not my duaghter till she grows up. It was my turn the first in the group of veterans. I saluted and turned and said my story holding back tears. And I received an applause from everyone. I shook the hands of my friends' families and they all wanted me to try their deceased family member favorite dessert. I tried them all and loved everyone of them and I told them what I have been through and that I will never forget what their family member has done and the friendship they gave to me. And on the spot gave each one of them, a daffodil saying that is what I should have done at their loved ones funeral. And I hugged each and every one of them and told them that they mean much to me and to call me anytime. The Desert Storm Veterans approved saying we need more men like that who can show grit and courage and honor their country. We need that type of leader. And we we welcome and salute you. The Vietnam Veterans approved saying our war was ugly and even worse but fellas like this one suffered the way we did at the front lines. Maybe we all should tell our story maybe we can heal the nation. The World War 2 Veterans approved saying we are a great generation but that's because we covered our flaws and had to come together. But I wondered if we gathered together and help each other and extend fellowship and unite together and bring the veterans to heal and spread hope. And just like that they decided to form and build the Memorial Club and I vowed to be the Secretary and I would help veterans get out their stories to heal them and remember them.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Motivation
Momma and Me
I wasn't always this young fine thing I am today. No Thomasina was a Daddy girl. I used to love Daddy holding me and reading to me. I loved story time. Dad had a way of making me feel special. We would laugh always together. And he was the one that I did not want to disappoint. Dad was my everything. And Mom was what I wanted to grow up being like. Yeah the world was perfect at one time. And everything was in the right position. I had friends ooh child good friends. Friends that you can make good conversation with it. Friends you can play with where Momma and Dad would not be so concerned. And these friends lasted me all the way up to college. We were off and on. Because Dad was my hero and my greatest friend. He would tell me what the world thinks of me. He would tell me how better I am if i used my brain. In fact Dad's character is what I would like in a man. I want a man like Dad. Momma helped me too. She would tell me what looks good on me and we would have fun just picking out dresses. She would teach me the basics of cooking. And I was a worse cook till they taught me in school. But Momma never gave up on me. She would keep me in the kitchen during Summer and Holidays learning how to cook. Sometimes I would asked Daddy if she was torturing me. And he would say that your mother believes in you and cares for you. And finally I got the basics of cooking and I am soo glad Momma believed because if she did not then I would be mess up in college. Ohh college is fun. I liked learning history and that is where I met Robert. Robert is smooth and handsome. He is classy and smart. In the middle of college that's when I decided my family should meet him but Momma said Daddy can't go out much and has a little sickness. And so I told Robert but Robert felt that he was avoiding him and Robert got a little angry with the excuses because he set his eyes on marrying me. So I had to keep making excuses. Then Robert got mad and he made me tell the truth. Because I did not want to breakup with Robert but I told him. I said my father has been sick for a long time. And his wishes are for me to graduate. Robert got so angry that he called off our friendship. And so to avoid Robert I took a break from school and went home to help Momma with Dad. Dad was easy-going. He was happy with the help. He would remind me of yesterday. He would love for me to make his meals. He would love for me to hug him and kiss his forehead. Dad was charming and gentle. And after some weeks that turned into months, Dad when he got better would asked where is my man. Where is Robert? And I started to cry while taking care of Dad so loud that Momma heard me and took over. Momma said that's not what your father need sadness after overcoming pneumonia four times. Girl stop crying for I kick you out. Just tell the truth and stop hiding like you did when you were young. So I straighten up and said I kept holding him off. I kept withholding family stuff. And he left me. Dad said Do you love him. I said Yes. Then he said go find him. I am fine with your mother. Go find your love Beloved. I said Okay Daddy. So I packed up and left in the morning from my parents' house. I called all my friends and re-registered with college. It took weeks and weeks then I went with my friends into this Jazz Club. And the girls wanted to surprised me and I could swear that Robert was performing in this group. After the performance my friends must have been drunk and asked for the Fever Song as we sat close to the front. Robert was the lead singer. And he took off his jacket and tie while he sang fever. And just before the end he asked me my name after he kiss my cheeks and forehead. And he took off one of his rings asking me to marry him and I said yes. And that was the biggest kiss I ever got. I called Dad and Momma in the morning because I got my man. But Momma calmed me down and said Daddy died. And after getting home with Robert after our quick marriage. I took Momma in. Momma used to have nightmares about Daddy. And she would wake up and dream of her parents. After sometime, Robert insisted that Momma be put in a home, where I could visit her. But I refused, I told him that I promised Daddy that I would take good care of her. And so we hired a nurse to look after Momma and I was pregnant. After I gave birth, Momma was bedridden. And she could only look at the baby, I said Momma it's a girl and she is named after you and me Joan Thomasina. Momma smiled and drifted to sleep. And Momma never woke from that sleep. Momma's death was worse than Dad's because I knew my father well really well. And he loved mother taking care of him. Now that I got a daughter I have to moved ahead but I will never forget my mother as Dad would have wanted.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Motivation
Henrique's Story
It all started when I had a hard birth giving birth to this baby boy. Yes blind like all other babies at first then to see but also his hearing did not fully developed. He could only hear partially what I told him as the doctor stated. I had to teach him or get him taught sign language. And Henrique was a hard child. He loved and he played and he was happy. But also he had this temper. And I believed it was because he had a hard time hearing. He would go off into these tempers like a child even as he grew up. He would like to play extra and he would fight to do other things. And his grandmother helped me. Since his father left to war, Henrique was more stubborn and more willful. He thought at times that he could do anything and be anywhere. So I got more strict on him and he would just cry over and over and repeatedly as if I was hurting him more than I should. Henrique was a good nature child, it's just he did not know how to make it in this world. There is so much he has to learned and so much he has to do to achieve a good life especially with a disability. And I was worried for him. Worried that some harm might happen to him. Worried that he may runaway. Worried that he may never come back. But my mother Ella, she knew what to do for him. She knew how to get to him. She knew how to comfort him. She knew how to silence him. She knew how to play with him. She knew how to talk to him. And she would teach him what he should be. She would inspired him to be something great. She would walk with him as if he was a man even though he had some ways to go. She would teach him how to talk to others. She would be his suggogate and he was her little man. So I worked, I Henrietta worked outside my home and I was cleaning houses like other women and gathering in the field to make ends meet. And I was receiving checks from my husband John in the military. Each day times started to change and sometimes for the better. And Henrique was growing and he needed his father. I wrote to John many times and hardly ever got a response. My beloved John must be deep into mission or too busy to responded. My heart yearned for the day that he would come home and ensured his son his only son would get the upbringing that he deserve. One day as I was laboring out in the field, one of my friends. She told me to come quickly that my mother Ella had a heartattack and I ran with all of my might. If I lose her then I would lose my son and my family would come apart. My mother survived many things in her life and I prayed that she survived this. And as they took her to the hospital, I sought my sister Reath. She was younger than me and she knew how to care and watch for Momma. And I forgot about Henrique at that moment until something hit me. I ran out of the ambulance screaming for him. And I searched and searched everywhere I knew where he played. Henrique I cried and screamed and run in a rampage. And my friend looked at the other ways, and I begin to become extremely frustrated. Then from a distance my friend and I saw Henrique running and we tried to run as fast as him but we could not so we hench a ride to follow him. After sometime we caught up and said Henrique what are you doing. He did not hear. So we stop the truck in front of him a distance. And he stopped. I ran for him and cried hugging him. I said Henrique I was so scared so scared. Don't ever runaway not now. Momma needs you. Momma loves you with all of her heart. Hear my heartbeats. And I checked if he was okay. And I signaled for the truck to come and take us. And Henrique ran toward me and hug me and said Momma Momma Momma I love you. Don't leave me. I am sorry. And I said No I am sorry and I held his hand and we got into the back. And we went to see my mother Ella and she was doing fine and John was there with his hat off. And I re-introduced Henrique to his father John. And John pick him up and he smiled
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Sukkot War
It was unexpectedly we were just going to a venue to hear a concert. And just in the beginning of it, we heard this loud sound. And everything was shaken, everything was sudden. Even the earth shaked like never before and exploded before us. People were running and scattering. People were screaming and running. People were no longer dancing and celebrating. And now the world was on Israel again, the world was focus on terrorism. And we were shakening as a nation, now realizing some of the victims of the terrorism as hostages were taken while others were killed suddenly. And families wanted answered and families wanted closure. Hostilities were rising and crises was evident. Our nation was in an uproar. And we wanted justice. We were refusing to back down because of all the bloodshed. The unnecessary bloodshed from an incident that should have never occurred. And as our nation moved more into the war, we saw justice. But we did not intend for the mass slaughter of more innocent lives. War is ugly. War is vicious. War is terrible. And many turning on us both friends and allies. Yet there were supporters some who knew what we were doing. We were trying to bring justice. We were trying to survive. We were trying to protect our future. And the darkness of war twisted our fate. It twisted our destiny. And as we further went into the war we were prevailing and becoming stronger each day. Why do these so-called warriors hide behind their people? Why do they hide in the hospitals? Why do they hide in the homes and tunnels? It becomes evident that they want to destroy no matter what. That they want to rid the world of us when they started this plot in the beginning. Did they not know that it would lead to this? Did they not know that it would accomplish more deaths? Yet they did not resist. They did not fight hatred but embrace hatred. And now we are in the midst of a humanitarian crisis. And hope seems fading. Hope seems fleeing. But we have to come together. We have to fight this with the rest of the world. We have to come together against death and hatred. We must begin to work together with the rest of the world. Terror cannot be fought alone. And the war deepens, the war rages and the war embolden. The terrorists' supporters cast a night of bombs over us. Just when negotiations have come to light, they seek to annihilate our people. But we were not alone, thank God, our allies came for us. Our allies bursted the bombs in the air. Our allies from Great Britain, our allies from America, and yes our allies from Saudi Arabia. We now realized that this fight against terror, this fight against hatred and this fight against death is gonna be won by justice. Even in our villages, our towns, and our cities which were terrorized by terrorists. Our people are not afraid anymore. Our people are brave. Our people are strong. Our people are willing to fight for life. They see danger as no more threat. They are willing to fight to preserve the land. And they walk without fear and they are against hatred and terror. Because they have become numb after decades of threats, hundreds of years of hatred, and centuries of humiliation. They are free. They walk proudly and they are unafraid. For instance, one of our brave women, who was fighting to keep her family safe. Who had no other alternative but to face her accusers and her attackers outside her home. She bravely stood against their guns no longer resisting, and the attackers walked away. That's how brave our people are and that's how much a people of faith we are. We will not back down any longer.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in The Swamp
Dr. Matthew Primous is the Youngest Congressional Appointee in history
"Even after decades after his death, Dr. King influenced me. His courage, his character, his strength, his resilience. He was a man of statue, a man of character, a man of honor. And at age 10 I knew he was the right hero. I knew he was the right leader to look up to. So I study him as Dad said "Study the great and you will become great." Dad knew I loved Dr. King and his work. I would even practice nonviolence personally. I would use my words and talk tough. I would refuse to acknowledge and talk to those who did not have an open mind. I would fight for my education. I would fight against racism even at a young age. I would simply show how smart I was. I would show the teacher how intelligent my brain. I would even be friends with those who were rejected as well as those who wanted to learned. I have friends of multiple backgrounds that I would learn and study with even up to college.I learned how to be the teacher too. I learned how to be better by practice. It is true practice makes perfect. It is true studying increases brain power. It is true test and error leads to perfection. It is true tests only make you stronger by showing your weaknesses and your strengths. And I did excel with making straight A's in elementary, again in middle school, again in high school, again in college and being on high honor roll for six years straight years till graduation. And starting elementary early, high school early and college early. Then in given the chance to teach, teaching in middle school at age 11 and being a Scholastic Artist at age 12 competing with college students. Then tutoring in Chemistry and Math in high school being prepared to graduated at age 13 and graduating at age 15 a year earlier as a Urban League Black Scholar. And before graduating accepted into college and taking college classes scoring 104 in my first college class and learning ambassadorship with their model UN club. And being the Top 10 percent in the whole county for Chemistry excelling all honor students. Then inventing a new computer in high school making me a Google Scholar and building a business with the background of excelling at Economics scored 103 on the hardest test and scoring perfect in Mass Media even in Shakespeare which saved my grade many times. Then working for the President offering my service to the leader of the nation. It was my honor and my privilege and appointed in 2004 by Congress and brainstorm ideas for the President then appointed again Presidential Partner after attending college becoming an International Scholar chosen by the International Leadership Honor Society and National Leader chosen by the National Leadership Honor Society winning 21 Collegiate Academic Medals and testified to Congress on economics and healthcare. All of this inspired by the greatness of others, standing on their shoulders and resting on their achievements and hoping to be something. Not better, not greater, not equal just meet the standard and run the race set before me and to honor those who helped me and stood by me. It is true and I can say it with clarity "Out of one Many" for out of one hero came many and so fore "Out of Many" came one-Dr. Matthew Primous awarded 21 medals including 7 NYS Regional International Honor Society's Medallions, the International Honor Society's Alumni Officer Medallion, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Societies' Foundation Lapen Pin, and Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Societies' Foundation Lapen Pin and given unanimously the Phi Theta Kappa Intellectual Honor Cord, Omicron Delta Kappa Superior Exemplary Honor Tri-Cords, Delta Epsilon Iota Strong Leadership Qualities Cord, MCC Distinguished Graduate Certificate, the National Social Work Honor Society's Cum Laude Honor Tassel, ODK Honorary Stole, and PTK Honorary Stole. He got the medals for his seven years in college, earning an Associate and a Bachelor and accepted into Masters but was dismissed. He represented minorities as a Collegiate Science, Technology Engineering Program Scholar. He's a Lifetime Member of four honor societies including academic, social work, leadership, and international. He made history being published in the 95th Edition of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society's Book in 2013, again in 2016 published by Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society's Historic Directory, published consecutively in Strathmore Worldwide Who's Who International Business Leaders Directory for 2017 & 2018 and published in 2020 by SUNY Brockport's World History Book. He received in 2024 two World Class Medals from the National Leadership Honor Society for Honor Graduate and Cum Laude. He was appointed by President Bush in 2004, then President Obama and worked with the Presidents for over 20 years being recognized by the National African American Museum and curated by them helping them to achieve at least nine million visitors as a charter member
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
The End of Benedict Arnold
It was well passed the Revolutionary War and well passed the establishment of the United States of America. And well passed the victories and overcoming defeats. That the Colonists' nation was established. With the important help of France, who intimidated England. And the nation that was newly formed begin to come about with its reputation. And much progress has taken place and many reforms in favor of the people. And the nation prospered and begin to form new alliances. And established order and expand governance. And all was well and meaningful. The nation was no longer at war no longer distraught and no longer displaced by the war. They welcomed President Washington and his cabinet and the new wave of liberties. And they made much progressive steps toward justice. Though there were still some divisions. The nation was coming together and forming bonds and unions like never before. And Washington was setting precedents along with Jefferson, Hamilton, and Adams who served in his cabinet. And politics begin to form and take place. And diplomacy begin to be the new battlefield. And keeping the peace and easing resistance. Even Washington was receiving heat for some of his policies. But he kept the grace and class that Congress knew he had. And sometimes he was distraught with the system just a little bit but he did not questioned whether democracy was good. Washington knew that democracy was right and though not perfect it was the right union of people and government. Washington established public education so citizens could learn the laws and history of their nation in order to advance its future. And he had a few scandals as there were infighting within his cabinet among Jefferson and Hamilton. Hamilton promoted economic prowess over alliances. And Jefferson promoted alliances over economic prowess. And their dispute sharply divided the cabinet. And their fight was unresolved in the Washington cabinet. So Jefferson abruptly resigned which gave heat to the Washington's cabinet and the American Democracy. Then Washington re-election against his Vice President Adams who ran against him for the second time. And Washington winning twice in a row, then Hamilton resigned over a scandal in the treasury. And Washington no longer had any disputes but many wanted him to continue serving and Washington was well-passed interest in the office. Washington decided fervently and earnestly that a new leader should lead the nation. And he warned the nation of being divisive and dividing in his farewell speech however he desired for a brotherhood and unity and for the best candidate to win. And his farewell was written by many who were close to him such as Madison. And Washington threw his support behind Adams who won handedly. And Washington finally spent his time with his family with his wife Martha Washington and friends like John Adams. And as a courtesy Washington built the White House for Adams and future presidents in the Capitol that he discovered and orchestrated to strategically unite the nation eternally. Then during President Adams' presidency, Washington tragically died. The nation was in mourning and the country's future in turmoil but President Adams gathered together the leaders his friends and the country. And they mourned for President Washington and many leaders were at his funeral and his children were there. President Adams and the country was so moved by Washington that he built a monument to honor President Washington called the Washington Monument. And the politics of the nation was tested. Many disruptions and many political debates heated in Congress now that Washington was gone. And the world knew that Washington passed and that America was uncertain. And the King of England was waiting for the right opportunity. Benedict Arnold was an advisor to the King. And escaped to England where he told everything he knew about the colonists which was so many years ago. And the King planned many attacks and he was looking for the opportunity. However Benedict Arnold who was a heroic general of the Colonists that defected to The British Army. He did some thinking. And he did some questioning. And his family went through hard times and struggled with their reputation. The King who was once popular was mad with revenge for losing America. And Benedict Arnold stressed over family and finances and popularity concerned over his past actions and dying reputation. He finally informed the King that he could no longer be of service and that his plans are no longer valid because they were based on knowledge about the colonists that were decades old. And so the King dismissed Benedict Arnold and awarded him for his knowledge and heroism. Benedict Arnold left with little and in seclusion eventually not too long after Washington, he passed away. And his last words regretting his dishonor from the war, regretting his betrayal, and regretting working with the King. The King who now was considered somewhat weak and unpopular but feared because he reigned sternly and divisively. So Benedict Arnold was buried in disgrace and died unheroic and as the years passed. The King watched and waited for his chance to invade America. And he waited till everyone he knew were closed to Washington be removed from power. And as a new leader, President Madison who won in a closely tighten race, the king saw his opportunity. And so from Canada, the King ordered his troops to invade the White House and burned it down. And America was unaware of the plans because they were trying to unite and unified and build up their diplomacy and alliances internationally. To show the world that their nation is not hostile and violent but peaceful and a land of liberties. Just in the middle of his term, President Madison was warned about the British invasion, and he had to leave quickly. And he quickly gathered his family and things to leave the White House. And his wife Dolly Madison gathered up items from the White House to return and restore the American Trust. Dolly Madison was a smart woman and very popular. Her intuitive led her on many things and she was one of the most beautiful women at the time. And her husband hurried her and she quickly grab Washington's portrait after staring at it and in awe crying for the country and remorsing his death. The King was desperate to win as he was told that most of the White House was empty, and that British Troops could barely burn it down due to little time that they had because the American military was regrouping and plotting to pose a major invasive invasion to retaliate. The British Soldiers had to move quickly and could not wait for the White House to burn which the White House was only partially burned. President Jefferson and President Adams along with other presidents gathered Congress and leaders together to think what Washington would do. The British Army threaten to fight all fronts. So President Madison and President Monroe demanded that they retaliate with the British Troops and get them back and then force them into retreat. The King fearing another major defeat pulled a desperate plot by giving the slaves freedom. This was only to weaken the citizens and cause massive uprisings. Eventually the plot and war ended. And England and America came to a truce, they agreed nobody won and that they will respect each other rights. And they forged an alliance and America gained expanded territories from that War of 1812
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Get me Benedict Arnold
It was the heat of the Revolutionary War, there were victories and there were defeats. There were progress and there was retreats. And the Continental Congress was concerned about the State of the War. Jefferson, Adams, Franklin and Hamilton had to hold off the vote to call off the war. There were many disruptions and there were many issues. The Contential Congress had to met at night and secretly because their whereabouts were supposed to be unknown. They did not want to fall victim to the Redcoats. And as the Continental Congress progress they had setbacks. They wanted to see if the Colonists' Army would prevail. They had many generals Washington, Gates, Arnold etc. And they fought valiantly and they were known as heros. Each of them had many victories and many soldiers who admired them. They were good men and great leaders. And many said good things about them. And they all had a spy network. The competition was heating up for Commander in Chief. Some thought Horatio Gates, some thought George Washington and some thought Benedict Arnold. And Franklin came up with the idea along with Adams, Jefferson and Hamilton to interview each general. And the Continental Congress agreed. But because the war was intense, they had to pick and choose their time with each general. So they waited each time the Redcoats reloaded. And Benedict Arnold was the first, he was tall and very courtesy. He spoke like a man of sense and class. He had a certain grace about him that stood out to the Congress. And many supported him to be the next Commander especially after his numerous victories in the North. Then there was Horatio Gates who was unpleasant but mannered. He was straight forward and harsh. He was more of a general then a Statesman. He had many notable achievements but did not have the courtesy or diplomacy skills. And many felt that he had the credibility of a leader. Then there was George Washington, he was handsome and tall. He was kindhearted and thoughtful. He was mainly general-like and well-discipline and courtesy. And he had some skills at diplomacy. He was a little of both previous candidates. And he had a well-respected family and contribute so much to the war. Congress was divided at first at the general and they asked him a quesiton through Franklin. They wanted to see if he was a great thinker and admirable leader. And Washington spoke intelligently and made a grand impression on the Congress and was dismissed. Then Horatio Gates answered but he was not as swift and not as courtesy and very militaristic and dismissed. Then Benedict Arnold who just flabergast the Congress and gave figurative answer and dismissed. So Congress argued over the three generals and they argued hard and long. And they becker over who they thought was better. And the war progress, victories and defeats were coming in. And most of them came from Washington and his men. They led successful invasions and retreated just in time to save many troops. So Washington was commended by Congress and immediately requested to be seen. And Hancock took a vote on the next Commander in Chief and they unianimously voted Washington. Franklin said that he would make a great leader, dignified and prestigous and a well-tested leader. Franklin, Adams, Jefferson, and Hamilton all praised the general and thanked Congress for choosing a brave leader. And when the news arrived to Benedict Arnold, Arnold was disappointed and angry. He vowed to get revenge. He vowed to hand alligeance to the King of England. However Horatio Gates congratulated Washington and swore to be a loyal defender. And as the months went into the war, Washington prevailed in the South. Washington begin briefing Gates on the North to complete the victory over England and the Redcoats. And one of Benedict Arnold spies overheard a colonel talkings about Washington is winning and giving strategies to Gates. And Benedict Arnold sought word to the King of England and he was preparing to sell out the Colonists' Army near Niagara. So Benedict Arnold set up the battles afterwards. He pretended his loyalty to the Colonists. He purposefully sold out the battle strategy which was to let the Redcoats fire first and then suddenly retreat. And let them burn the villages and towns and have the soliders cower away while colonists are sacrificed. And when Gates found out about the spy of Benedict Arnold, he immediately told Washington. And Washington sought his choice men after Benedict Arnold. Benedict Arnold thought no one was after his plans. TIll the last battle, Washington's men secretly enter Benedict Arnold's unit. And they told the others the secret and to pretend. So as they battle as usual, then Benedict Arnold signaled retreat but the colonists did not retreat. And Washington's men under the guidance of Gates' men chased Benedict Arnold as he fled from the war. And witnessed him receiving bribes and tips from the Redcoats. And when they were close enough, they called out his name Benedict Arnold the Traitor. And Arnold and his servants and soldiers ranaway to the border of Canada while being chased by Washington's men and now the company of Colonists. Gates' men finished the battle with the rest of the Colonists so the Redcoats could not help Benedict Arnold. And when Benedict Arnold was closed to the border, he started burning villages with his men so slow down Washington's men as they helped the Colonists. This all was reported to Washington and Congress that's when Congress placed the rest of Benedict Arnold's troops under Washington and Gates. And re-train them and reassign them to win the war and end the reign of terror of the King of England. Benedict Arnold became notorious in America but a hero in England
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Dr. Matthew Primous is the Youngest to date to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017
"I would like to begin with this, there is always something to fight for. There always something to believe in. No matter what. You cannot let your issues destroyed you. You cannot let problems blind you. Believe in yourself and believe that there is something bigger than you. Stay humble and focus on your prize. Don't get into the hype. Don't get twisted about the reality. Know your weaknesses and know your strengths, knowing this will enable you to conquer your goals, to see what mountains you have to cross, what valleys you have to climb and what seas you must subdue. Don't let the small things get to you. Don't let your situations tear you down. Seek to be true to yourself to be resolved in your abilities. To create and build up your capabilities. To believe even when you don't see. To look ahead beyond your present position. Don't seek to be better than someone. Seek to be who you are. Greatness is in those who reach for the stars. Greatness is in those who continue to study. Greatness is in those who prevail against the odds. Focus on yourself before others. Never let others determine you. Never let others think for you. Never let others describe and ascribe to you what you know you are. Trust those who raised you up from misery. Trust those who are fighting on your side. Trust those who speak into your future. Don't listen to lies. Don't listen to pride. Don't listen to greed. Listen to humility. Listen to humbleness. Listen to those who have the best intention in mind. I know it's hard. I know it's seems impossible but I did. And many others who came before did. And we prevailed with circumstance such as racism, sexism, classism, you name it. We dealt with the issues of disability and believe in our capabilities. A rare lifelong illness could not keep me from excelling thank God. My parents taught me preservance. And I was encouraged ya by Saint Paul and his thorn, and I believe in that good word Grace is sufficient. You see you got to have good people around you. You have to have good people praying for you. You have to have good people fighting for you. Someone to show you the way, the truth and the life. Then you can run on. You can accomplished great things. You can pass that race with flying colors. You can exhibit those traits of a leader. You can build up others. You can become a hero. You can become someone respected. I am humble at receiving a double Lifetime Achievement from the National Alliance of Male Executives and Strathmore Worldwide Who's Who and at being the known date the youngest to receive a Lifetime Achievement at age 32 in 2017. You can't just fake that. You have to be build up for that. You had to be resilient for that. You had to be earnest and fervent to get that. And that is what I would like the world to know. God bless-Dr. Matthew Primous awarded 21 medals including 7 NYS Regional International Honor Society's Medallions, the International Honor Society's Alumni Officer Medallion, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Societies' Foundation Lapen Pin, and Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Societies' Foundation Lapen Pin and given unanimously the Phi Theta Kappa Intellectual Honor Cord, Omicron Delta Kappa Superior Exemplary Honor Tri-Cords, Delta Epsilon Iota Strong Leadership Qualities Cord, MCC Distinguished Graduate Certificate, the National Social Work Honor Society's Cum Laude Honor Tassel, ODK Honorary Stole, and PTK Honorary Stole. He got the medals for his seven years in college, earning an Associate and a Bachelor and accepted into Masters but was dismissed. He represented minorities as a Collegiate Science, Technology Engineering Program Scholar. He's a Lifetime Member of four honor societies including academic, social work, leadership, and international. He made history being published in the 95th Edition of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society's Book in 2013, again in 2016 published by Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society's Historic Directory, published consecutively in Strathmore Worldwide Who's Who International Business Leaders Directory for 2017 & 2018 and published in 2020 by SUNY Brockport's World History Book. He received in 2024 two World Class Medals from the National Leadership Honor Society for Honor Graduate and Cum Laude.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
