Monday, March 17, 2008

Alan K. Engen, Son of Ski Legend Alf Engen, Endorses Cromar

"Kevin Cromar has my endorsement as a person of high character, proven leadership ability, deep commitment to the community, and an extensive knowledge of the rich history pertaining to the Wasatch front near Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. His past leadership, which includes two terms in the Utah House of Representatives, and a career in the Utah National Guard as a Chinese linguist in the Military Intelligence, well qualifies him for board member consideration. In 1984 Kevin received the Utah Education Association Honor Roll Award as 'the non-educator in Utah making the greatest contribution to education.' I certainly believe that Mr. Cromar would make an outstanding addition to the school board in his district. My wife Barbara taught in the Jordan District in past years. She recognizes Kevin Cromar's wife, Cathy, and her many contributions to education."
- Alan K. Engen

The photo above: Alan Engen and Kevin Cromar at the Alta Club February 19, 2008.

Alan Engen, named one of the Legends of Utah Skiing in 1988, has been involved with skiing for almost sixty years. He is the author of the award-winning books, "First Tracks: A Century of Skiing in Utah," and "For the Love of Skiing: A Visual History," and is chairman and president of the Alf Engen Ski Museum Foundation, chairman and President of the Alta Historical Society.