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.

Campus Recreation

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.

The UIS campus sports multiple indoor and outdoor facilities:

  • The Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC)
  • Cricket Field
  • Challenge Course
  • Disc Golf Course
  • Kiwanis Stadium Basketball Court
  • REC Park
  • South Fields
  • Sport Club Field
  • Student Life Build Gymnasium
  • Tennis Courts

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.

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.

Fitness & Wellness

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.

students canoeing

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.


Events

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UIS Men's Soccer at Millikin
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UIS Men's Soccer vs Heartland Community College
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UIS Baseball at IndianapolisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uindy/
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UIS Men's Tennis vs Missouri - St. Louis
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UIS Women's Tennis vs Missouri - St. Louis
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UIS Baseball at IndianapolisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uindy/

News

Kaden Griffitts running the bases in gold UIS uniform
Apr 07, 2026
Kaden Griffitts Named UIS Athletics Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month
Kaden Griffitts has been named the UIS Athletics Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month after a dominant March that helped propel UIS Baseball to a 13-4 overall…
Marissa Roggensack running outdoor track
Apr 07, 2026
UIS Women’s Track Heads to Kip and Kirk Outdoor Mule Relays
UIS women's track and field heads to the Kip and Kirk Outdoor Mule Relays this week for another chance to build momentum during the outdoor season. Field…
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Apr 06, 2026
UIS Men's Golf Sits 17th Through 27 Holes at Ken Partridge Invitational
The UIS men's golf team is in 17th place through 27 holes at the Ken Partridge Invitational at Purgatory Golf Club. UIS posted a team score of 314 in the…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Apr 06, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | April 6-12
All Day – Men's Golf at the Ken Partridge Invitational UIS men's golf sits in 17th place at the midpoint of the tournament, with plenty of room to move up…
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Apr 06, 2026
UIS Athletics Announces 2026 Camp Offerings
Richie Snider pitching in white UIS Baseball uniform
Apr 06, 2026
Snider Earns GLVC Pitcher of the Week After Dominant Relief Appearance
Richie Snider was named the GLVC Pitcher of the Week after delivering the key outing of the weekend in the series finale against Truman State. With No. 17…