Friedl Award Information

The plaque, located on the 2^nd floor of the Student Center, reads:

“An annual award given to honor a faculty member who has unselfishly given of him or herself to further student development through student activities.”

“The spirit of this individual exemplifies the true essence of the college professor.”

Recipients of the Award include the following:

2006-07 Dr. Daniel Krider

2005-06 Dr. Tracy L. Luff

2004-05 Dr. George Towers

2003-04 Dr. Charles Britchford

2002-03 Dr. John David Smith

2001-02 Dr. Andrew Necessary

2000-01 Dr. Danette P. Light

1999-2000 Dr. Carol Manzione

1998-99 Theodore (Ted) Farrish

1997-98 Dr. David R. Bard

1996-97 William R. Crandall

1995-96 Dr. Thomas F. Tierney

1994-95 Randy Budd

1993-94 Dr. Winton Covey

1992-93 Michael P. Federici

1991-92 Dr. David R. Bard

1987-91 Jerry L. Corley

1986-87 Dr. Joseph T. Manzo

1985-86 Dr. Harriett S. Wright

1984-85 Dr. Jack McMichael

1983-84 Dr. David R. Bard

Joseph Friedl Award – In recognition of former Professor Joseph Friedl, the SGA established this award in his honor. It is given yearly to a faculty member who is not only an outstanding teacher, but also involved with students outside of the classroom. This professor realizes the importance of both excellent teaching in the classroom and social interaction, with students, outside of the classroom.

Professor Joseph Friedl (1948-1959) was well respected by the students he encountered in his classrooms, the students on his athletic teams and by his involvement with students outside of the classroom. This award was established, by the SGA, to honor both his memory and the professors who exemplify the same ideals, dedication and spirit.

Nominations from students are required to provide an explanation for why they believe their professor is deserving of this honor, especially how he/she has demonstrated the characteristics attributed to Prof. Friedl.

Joseph Friedl Background Information 

Hometown: Calumet, MI; grew up in McDowell County

Basketball coach 1948-56, football coach 1952-59, track coach 1948-59

Coached Concord’s 1^st All American Player – Dan Crane

Coached Concord’s 1^st African American Player – Billy Owens

Graduated from West Kentucky Univ. 1933, Univ. of Kentucky 1940

Coached 1^st Concord College team to reach WVIAC playoffs

Served on NAIA Board of Directors

Inducted into Concord Hall of Fame in 1998