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

Freshmen UIS cross country runners Elly and Natalie
Sep 05, 2026
Josslyn Gaona Leads UIS to Victory at Prairie Stars Invitational
UIS Women's Cross Country took the win at the 11th Annual Prairie Stars Invitational Friday night, led by Josslyn Gaona's first-place finish in 19 minutes and…
Abby Vaughn playing soccer at Kiwanis Stadium
Sep 04, 2026
Women’s Soccer Opens GLVC Play Saturday Against Lincoln
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team will open GLVC play Saturday against Lincoln at Kiwanis Stadium. The match, originally scheduled for 3 p.m., has…
UIS volleyball players engaging on court between points
Sep 04, 2026
UIS Volleyball Claims Straight Sets Against Davis & Elkins
UIS defeated Davis…
Madeline Mendelblatt #1. Volleyball vs. Upper Iowa University Friday, November 7, 2025.
Sep 03, 2026
Prairie Stars Set for Three Matches at Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational
The llinois Springfield women's volleyball team will continue its season this weekend with three matches at the Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational in Owensboro,…
UIS soccer players in action on a green field, one leading with the ball.
Sep 02, 2026
Fall sports ticket information for UIS faculty and staff
UIS Athletics is excited to welcome faculty and staff to Prairie Stars home events this fall! Admission is charged for regular-season home games in women’s…
Alli Thompson running UIS xc
Sep 02, 2026
UIS Women’s Cross Country Set for Season Opener at Prairie Stars Invitational
UIS women's cross country opens its 2026 season Friday evening when it hosts the annual Prairie Stars Invitational at the UIS cross country course. Due to…
Alaina Stock playing soccer in blue UIS uniform
Sep 02, 2026
Festerling's Late Goal Lifts Prairie Stars Past Purdue Northwest
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team's non-conference match at Purdue Northwest was moved from its scheduled 3 p.m. start to 10 a.m. Wednesday because…
River Derby running cross country at UIS
Sep 02, 2026
Prairie Stars Men’s Cross Country Begins 2026 Campaign Friday
The UIS men's cross country team opens its 2026 season Friday evening at the 11th Annual Prairie Stars Invitational, with the men's race scheduled for 6:40 p.m…