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.

students canoeing

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 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/
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UIS Athletics invites all faculty and staff to join us for two special Faculty & Staff Appreciation home events as we…
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UIS Athletics invites all faculty and staff to join us for two special Faculty & Staff Appreciation home events as we…

News

Jaden Mathon pitching for UIS in white uniform
May 01, 2026
Prairie Stars Secure 6-5 Win Over McKendree on Thursday
he UIS baseball team defeated McKendree 6-5 on Thursday to start the series, clinching its spot in the conference tournament with the win. A pivotal three-run…
Maddie Miller running outdoor track in UIS uniform
May 01, 2026
Miller-Ross Captures 10,000m Crown on Opening Day of GLVC Championships
The UIS women's track…
Chase Cooley in a pack of runners in 1500 meter outdoor track race
May 01, 2026
UIS Men Open GLVC Outdoor Track & Field Championships with Strong 10K Showing
The UIS men's track…
Pablo Herrera playing tennis indoors in blue UIS Uniform
Apr 30, 2026
Herrera Earns Third Straight All-GLVC Honor
UIS men's tennis senior Pablo Herrera has been named All-GLVC for the third consecutive season, capping off an outstanding career at the top of the Prairie…
Cristina Mendoza Romero playing tennis indoors in white and blue UIS uniform
Apr 30, 2026
Mendoza Romero Earns First All-GLVC Honor to Close UIS Career
UIS women's tennis graduate student Cristina Mendoza Romero has been named All-GLVC for the first time in her career, closing out her two-year run with the…
Jesse Contreras playing shortstop in white UIS baseball uniform
Apr 29, 2026
UIS Baseball Hosts McKendree in Final Regular Season Series
The UIS baseball team closes out the regular season this weekend with a four-game series against McKendree, with a schedule change shifting Thursday's opener…