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.
The Department of Campus Recreation provides recreational and wellness opportunities to enrich the lives of our students and the UIS community. We are also an Institutional Member of the NIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation.
Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.
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.
The state-of-the-art Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC) is a 72,000 square-foot facility managed by the Department of Campus Recreation and houses the offices of UIS Intercollegiate Athletics. TRAC boasts a 23,000 square-foot arena available for multiple indoor sports, three fitness areas, a Multi-Purpose Room and two racquetball/squash courts. TRAC also serves as the home of UIS Men’s and Women’s Basketball and UIS Women’s Volleyball.
To help promote health and fitness, Campus Recreation offers personal training, fitness assessments, group fitness and a campus-wide wellness initiative that promotes wellness in all aspects of life.
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.
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Nov 17, 2025
UIS Women's Basketball Heads to Purdue Northwest for Tuesday Road Test
The UIS women's basketball team opened the season with encouraging moments from a newcomer-heavy squad and now heads to Purdue Northwest in Hammond, Ind., for…
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This Week in UIS Athletics | Nov. 17-23
The UIS basketball season is in full swing, with three home games at TRAC this week. Season tickets and single-game tickets remain on sale online. Stay…
Nov 17, 2025
UIS Men’s Basketball Hosts Judson in Home Opener Tuesday at TRAC
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Nov 16, 2025
Rice Scores Career-High 30 Points, UIS Falls at Parkside
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Prairie Stars Fall in 3-0 Decision in Regular Season Finale
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Illinois Springfield Opens Season With 88-56 Victory Over Roosevelt
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UIS Falls 81-73 to Tiffin at Midwest Region Crossover
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