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.
Prairie Stars Suffer One-Run Loss on the Road at Davenport
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Apr 28, 2025
Prairie Stars Drop Two at Lewis
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Apr 28, 2025
UIS Women’s Golf Selected for NCAA Division II East Regional
As announced by the NCAA on Monday afternoon, the Illinois Springfield women's golf team has officially earned a spot in the 2025 NCAA Division II East…
Apr 28, 2025
This Week in UIS Athletics | April 28–May 4
Several spring teams head into postseason play this week — Go Stars! Stay tuned for updates and results by signing up for email alerts about your favorite…
Apr 28, 2025
Bartletti Named GLVC Pitcher of the Week
Junior pitcher Rosie Bartletti was named GLVC Pitcher of the Week after throwing 17.2 innings with 20 strikeouts over two road starts to close the regular…
Apr 27, 2025
UIS Men’s Tennis Season Comes to an End with Two Weekend Losses
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Grant Leads UIS Women's Golf to Fourth in Stroke Play, Earns All-GLVC Honors
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UIS Baseball Completes Series Win at SBU with Doubleheader Sweep on Saturday
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