Central Michigan University football coaching legend Roy Kramer is grand marshal for CMU’s 2018 homecoming celebration.
Kramer served as head coach from 1967-77. His marquee season came in 1974 as the Chippewas won the NCAA Division II national championship. Kramer was named Division II National Coach of the Year as his squad went 12-1 that season on their way to the title.
“The name Roy Kramer is synonymous with victory at CMU,” said Bob Martin, vice president for advancement, “so we’re naturally excited to welcome him back to campus on a weekend that celebrates our winning tradition.