Overview
- The Central Michigan Chippewas use CMU Maroon and CMU Gold as their primary official brand colors, with white serving as an approved supporting product color.
- This guide includes officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and coated and uncoated Pantone references from Central Michigan University.
- These values are useful for websites, graphics, presentations, print projects, fan content and accurate Central Michigan brand reference.
Central Michigan Chippewas Team Information
| Team Name | Central Michigan Chippewas |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Mid-American Conference (MAC) |
| Location | Mount Pleasant, Michigan |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Kramer/Deromedi Field at Kelly/Shorts Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Central Michigan Chippewas |
Central Michigan Chippewas Color Codes
The official Central Michigan Chippewas colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the best available color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references. CMU Maroon and CMU Gold come directly from the official Central Michigan University brand color palette. White is included as an approved supporting product color; its standard digital and print values are not published as a CMU-specific color specification.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMU Maroon | 209 C (coated); 216 U (uncoated) | #6A0032 | 106, 0, 50 | 20, 97, 40, 58 (coated and uncoated) |
| CMU Gold | 123 C (coated); 108 U (uncoated) | #FFC82E | 255, 200, 46 | 0, 22, 91, 0 (coated); 0, 15, 95, 0 (uncoated) |
| White (approved supporting product color) | Not officially published | #FFFFFF (standard white; not CMU-specific) | 255, 255, 255 (standard white; not CMU-specific) | 0, 0, 0, 0 (standard white; not CMU-specific) |
How to Use Central Michigan Chippewas Colors
You can use the Central Michigan Chippewas color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects. For licensed merchandise or any use of official CMU trademarks, follow the university’s official trademark and licensing guidance.
Central Michigan Chippewas HEX Color Codes
The main Central Michigan Chippewas HEX color codes are #6A0032 for CMU Maroon and #FFC82E for CMU Gold. Standard white is #FFFFFF when a supporting neutral is needed, but CMU does not publish white as a separate CMU-specific HEX specification. These values are useful in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Central Michigan Chippewas RGB Color Codes
The Central Michigan Chippewas RGB color codes are 106, 0, 50 for CMU Maroon and 255, 200, 46 for CMU Gold. Standard screen white is 255, 255, 255, although it is not a CMU-specific published value. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides.
Central Michigan Chippewas CMYK Color Codes
The official CMU Maroon CMYK value is 20, 97, 40, 58 for both coated and uncoated applications. CMU Gold is 0, 22, 91, 0 for coated printing and 0, 15, 95, 0 for uncoated printing. Standard process white is commonly represented as 0, 0, 0, 0, but CMU does not publish that as a proprietary white specification. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, always request a proof before final production.
Central Michigan Chippewas Pantone Colors
The officially published Central Michigan Pantone references are PMS 209 C and PMS 216 U for CMU Maroon, plus PMS 123 C and PMS 108 U for CMU Gold. The coated values are intended for coated stock, while the uncoated values are intended for uncoated stock. No separate Pantone value for white is officially published in the CMU brand palette. These specifications should take priority over third-party color-code websites when values differ.
FAQ About Central Michigan Chippewas Color Codes
What are the official Central Michigan Chippewas colors?
The official Central Michigan Chippewas colors are CMU Maroon and CMU Gold. Central Michigan University also identifies white as a recommended supporting product color, but white is not presented as a third primary school color in the official brand palette.
What is the HEX code for Central Michigan Chippewas colors?
The main Central Michigan Chippewas HEX codes are #6A0032 for CMU Maroon and #FFC82E for CMU Gold. Standard white is #FFFFFF when needed as a supporting neutral, although that white value is not published as a CMU-specific brand color.
Can I use Central Michigan Chippewas colors for my own design project?
You can use Central Michigan Chippewas color codes as design references for personal projects, fan content and non-commercial work. Color values alone do not grant permission to use CMU names, logos or trademarks. For commercial products, merchandise, advertising or official-looking materials, review Central Michigan University’s licensing rules and obtain any required approval before publishing, producing or selling the design.
