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.
Baseball Splits with Rockhurst on Senior Day, Secures Series Win with Caceres Walk-Off
The UIS and Rockhurst baseball teams closed out their four-game series on Friday with a doubleheader split. Rockhurst took the first game 12-5, but UIS bounced…
Apr 18, 2025
Maddie Miller Breaks UIS 5K Record at Bryan Clay Invitational
Maddie Miller set a new UIS school record in the outdoor 5,000-meter run on Thursday at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, California. Miller ran a personal…
Apr 18, 2025
UIS Men’s Tennis Travels to Lewis for GLVC Matchup
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team will head to Romeoville, Ill., on Saturday to face Lewis at noon. The match marks the midpoint of the five-match…
Apr 18, 2025
Cortes Posts Personal Best in 5K at Bryan Clay Invitational
Isaac Cortes recorded a personal-best performance in the men's 5,000-meter run on Thursday morning at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal.
Competing in…
Apr 17, 2025
Nevills, Jones Open Bryan Clay Invitational with Strong Marks
Briar Nevills and Ryan Jones represented the UIS men's track and field team on Wednesday during day one of the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal.
Nevills…
Apr 17, 2025
UIS Heads to Indiana State for Regular Season Finale
The UIS men's track and field team will close out the regular season this weekend at Indiana State University's Gibson Invitational, held Friday evening and…
Apr 17, 2025
UIS Softball to Host William Jewell for Senior Day Doubleheader
The UIS softball team will host William Jewell for a doubleheader on Friday, starting at noon. The games will serve as Senior Day, where the program will honor…
Apr 17, 2025
Women’s Track Opens Bryan Clay Invitational with Personal Bests in 10,000 Meters
Jordan Serrahn and Kaleigh Inniss opened competition for the UIS women's track and field team at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal., on Wednesday.
The…