UIS Prairie Stars

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As Prairie Stars, we enjoy every day; mindful that we are here to learn, work, play and win. We challenge ourselves and draw strength from each other in a sustained effort to become champions in the classroom and competition. We actively collaborate with our campus and community through the sharing of expertise and resources in advancing strategic partnerships that benefit the larger community. We hold ourselves and others to the highest standard of civility, dignity and compassion while embracing the principles of equality and inclusion.

Sport Clubs

Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.

  • Volleyball
  • Esports

Intramurals

Intramural sports are structured individual, dual and team sport competitive activities scheduled for Rec Members with a valid UIS I-card. Campus Recreation utilizes IMLeagues to manage its Intramural Program.

Outdoor Adventures

Campus Recreation developed an Outdoor Adventure program to provide an enjoyable, challenging, meaningful and educational experience that will allow individuals and groups to learn the skills necessary for survival and safety in the outdoors as well as develop an appreciation for the environment. Outdoor Adventure trips are led by experienced trip leaders and are open to students and recreation members.

students canoeing

Events

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UIS Men's Basketball vs Roosevelt
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UIS Women's Basketball vs TiffinStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Women's Basketball vs HillsdaleStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs Wisconsin-ParksideTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs AshlandStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Cross Country Midwest Regional Championship

News

Adam Knaze playing soccer in white UIS uniform
Sep 10, 2026
Drury Deals UIS Men’s Soccer a 5-1 Defeat
Illinois Springfield lost to Drury 5-1 on Wednesday evening. The Prairie Stars finished with eight shots, two on goal, and made six saves while facing 20 shots…
Jacob LeBlanc golfing in white UIS polo and hat
Sep 10, 2026
UIS Men’s Golf Opens Fall Season With Third-Place Finish at Arch Cup
The UIS men's golf team opened the 2026-27 season with a third-place finish at the Arch Cup, carding a 54-hole team score of 883 at Gateway National Golf Links…
Madi Siefken playing volleyball in blue UIS uniform
Sep 10, 2026
UIS Volleyball Heads to Missouri Western for Three-Match Weekend
The UIS volleyball team continues non-conference play this weekend when it travels to St. Joseph, Missouri, for the 2026 Holiday Inn Express Griffon Volleyball…
Edon Saipi playing soccer
Sep 09, 2026
Men’s Soccer Travels to Drury Wednesday
The UIS men's soccer team returns to action Wednesday, traveling to Drury for an 8:30 p.m. GLVC matchup. The game was moved from its original start time due to…
Valentina Torrealba golfing
Sep 09, 2026
Prairie Stars Improve In Final Round At UIndy Invitational
The UIS women's golf team opened the 2026-27 season with an eighth-place finish at the UIndy Invitational, held Tuesday and Wednesday at Champions Pointe Golf…
Jacob LeBlanc golfing in white UIS polo and hat
Sep 09, 2026
UIS Men’s Golf Tied for Fifth After Two Rounds at Arch Cup
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team is tied for fifth after two rounds at the Arch Cup, carding a team score of 592. The Prairie Stars shot 296 in both…
UIS Homecoming 2026 banner with star theme and QR code.
Sep 09, 2026
UIS Homecoming returns Oct. 4-10
Once a Star, Always a Star is the theme for UIS Homecoming 2026, taking place Oct. 4-10. Faculty and staff are invited to join students, alumni and the campus…
Kevin Kardel goalkeeping in yellow UIS jersey at Kiwanis Stadium
Sep 08, 2026
Kardel Earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week Honors
University of Illinois Springfield freshman goalkeeper Kevin Kardel has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week following a…