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.

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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 Women's Tennis vs GLVC Tournament
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UIS Men's Tennis vs GLVC Tournament
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UIS Baseball vs McKendree Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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UIS Baseball vs McKendree Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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UIS Softball vs LewisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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UIS Baseball vs McKendree Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/

News

A picture of Blake Jones running at cross country nationals that features the UIS Athletics 15 years of nCAA DII series logo
Feb 18, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of NCAA Division II at UIS: Blake Jones, Men’s Cross Country and Track
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-…
Madelyn Miller-Ross running indoor track in white UIS uniform
Feb 18, 2026
Miller-Ross Named GLVC Women’s Indoor Track Athlete of the Week for Third Time in 2026
Senior Madelyn Miller-Ross of Illinois Springfield has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference/Athletic Solutions Women's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week…
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Feb 18, 2026
UIS Baseball Schedule Adjustment vs. UMSL
The UIS Prairie Stars baseball series against the UMSL Tritons has been adjusted for this weekend with a flip of game days. The series will still be played as…
The 2022 UIS women's soccer team celebrating a goal, paired with UIS Athletics 15 Years of NCAA DII Anniversary logo
Feb 17, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership at UIS: 2022 Women’s Soccer
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-…
UIS Baseball Navy Background
Feb 17, 2026
Isaac Graf of UIS Baseball Earns GLVC Pitcher of the Week Honors
Transfer relief pitcher Isaac Graf has been named Great Lakes Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week following a dominant opening weekend for the Prairie Stars…
Emme Steward on third base at softball tournament in Springfield Clinic Dome, wearing white and blue UIS Prairie Stars uniform
Feb 17, 2026
Steward Named GLVC Softball Player of the Week
Emme Steward has been named Great Lakes Valley Conference Player of the Week following a historic performance at the UIS Springfield Clinic Classic. Steward…