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 Women's Cross Country Midwest Regional Championship
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UIS Women's Basketball at Wisconsin-ParksideTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown-ticketing.aspx
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UIS Men's Basketball at Cedarville
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UIS Women's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Men's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Indianapolis - EDUCATION DAYStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports…

News

This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS "S" logo, white text on UIS blue background
Sep 14, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics: Sept. 14-20
The UIS Prairie Stars continue their fall season with a busy week of competition, highlighted by home soccer matches against Truman State on Wednesday and the…
Sophia Davila playing soccer at UIS
Sep 14, 2026
UIS Women’s Soccer Returns Home to Face Truman State
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team returns to Kiwanis Stadium on Wednesday, Sept. 16, hosting Truman State at 3 p.m. in a GLVC matchup. The Prairie…
playing volleyball
Sep 12, 2026
Prairie Stars Edge Arkansas Tech 3-2 In Thrilling Match
"I'm really happy with the strides we've made as a team this preseason. We played tough competition this weekend and were able to see some athletes step…
Tuana Yuce #13. Volleyball vs. Upper Iowa University Friday, November 7, 2025.
Sep 12, 2026
Prairie Stars Battle Through Opening Day at Griffon Invitational
UIS Volleyball opened play at Missouri Western's Griffon Invitational on Friday, playing two of its three tournament matches in St. Joseph, Mo. The Prairie…
Nathan Oba-Okusanya playing soccer at away game in blue UIS uniform
Sep 12, 2026
UIS Men's Soccer Falls 2-1 to St. Cloud State
UIS Men's Soccer lost 2-1 to St. Cloud State on Saturday at Husky Stadium. The Prairie Stars scored once in the first half but were held scoreless after…
Liam McLean playing soccer at UIS in white Prairie Stars jersey
Sep 11, 2026
UIS Men’s Soccer Looks to Break Through at St. Cloud State
Illinois Springfield men's soccer returns to the road Saturday afternoon for a non-conference matchup against St. Cloud State in St. Cloud, Minn. The Prairie…
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…