Author Visit: Dave Markward

About the Book: From Dubuque to Selma & Beyond: My Journey to Understand Racism in America is a powerful, inspiring, and thought-provoking memoir that explores the complexities of race in America. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, Dave invites readers to reflect on their own biases and work toward a more just and equitable future. About the Author Dave Markward has dedicated his professional life to public education, serving as a trusted source of knowledge for five decades. After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School (Iowa) and Augustana College (Illinois), Dave earned two advanced degrees from Western Illinois University and a doctorate from Illinois State University. He started his career as a junior high school science teacher, then served as a coach, principal, school district superintendent (including the Cedar Rapids Community School District and the Rock Island-Milan School District), college instructor and educational consultant. His first book, Free the Teachers: A Guide to Joyful Teaching and Learning, is dedicated to productive education reform. In his latest work, From Dubuque to Selma and Beyond: My Journey to Understand Racism in America, Dave delves into the complex world of racism. His memoir is a testament to his unwavering belief in humanity and the power of education to effect change.