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 Softball vs Upper Iowa Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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UIS Softball vs Upper Iowa Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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UIS Women's Golf at NCAA DII East Regional
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UIS Softball vs Great Lakes Valley Conference
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UIS Baseball vs GLVC Tournament

News

Sophie Rivera on third base
May 03, 2026
UIS Softball Clinches GLVC Tournament Berth with Sweep of Lewis
The UIS softball team completed a doubleheader sweep against Lewis (21-27, 10-14) on Saturday, winning the first game 3-0 and edging out a victory in the…
River Derby running outdoor track in blue UIS uniform
May 03, 2026
UIS Men’s Track & Field Wraps Season at GLVC Championships
The UIS men's track…
runners in a pack racing outdoor track at SBU
May 03, 2026
UIS Women’s Track & Field Concludes Weekend at GLVC Championships
UIS closed out its weekend at the GLVC Outdoor Track…
Graham Kasey pitching for UIS baseball in gold jersey
May 02, 2026
UIS Baseball Splits Doubleheader with McKendree
The UIS baseball team split a doubleheader with McKendree on Friday. The Prairie Stars dropped the opener 7-0 before bouncing back with a 17-1 win in the…
UIS baseball senior class pictured on field in uniform with their senior gifts
May 02, 2026
UIS Secures Series Win With 7-6 Triumph Against McKendree
The UIS baseball team edged out McKendree 7–6 on Saturday, clinching the series with a Senior Day victory behind a pair of home runs and a 12-hit performance…
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…