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.
UIS Men’s Golf Tied for Fifth After Two Rounds at Arch Cup
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team is tied for fifth after two rounds at the Arch Cup, carding a team score of 592. The Prairie Stars shot 296 in both…
Sep 09, 2026
Men’s Soccer Travels to Drury Wednesday
The UIS men's soccer team returns to action Wednesday, traveling to Drury for an 8:30 p.m. GLVC matchup. The game was moved from its original start time due to…
Sep 08, 2026
UIS Women's Soccer Heads to Drury for First GLVC Road Match
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team (3-1, 1-0 GLVC) will play its first GLVC road match of the season when it travels to Drury on Wednesday, Sept. 9.…
Sep 08, 2026
Kardel Earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week Honors
University of Illinois Springfield freshman goalkeeper Kevin Kardel has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week following a…
Sep 07, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | Sept. 7–13
The Prairie Stars continue the fall season with a busy week of competition on the field, on the court and on the course. Both UIS golf teams open their fall…
Sep 07, 2026
Prairie Stars Men’s Golf to Open Fall Season at Arch Cup
The UIS men's golf team opens its 2026 fall season Tuesday at the Arch Cup, hosted by McKendree at Gateway National Golf Club in Madison, Ill. The two-day…
Sep 07, 2026
UIS Women’s Golf Begins Fall Campaign at UIndy Invitational
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team opens its 2026 fall season Tuesday at the UIndy Invitational, hosted by Indianapolis at Champions Pointe in…
Sep 06, 2026
UIS Women's Soccer Celebrates Senior Day With 5-1 Triumph
Illinois Springfield defeated Lincoln 5-1 on Saturday evening. The Prairie Stars finished with a 15-3 shot advantage, including 12 shots on goal to Lincoln's…