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 Rockhurst Streaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/CHAMPS_1111215206.aspx
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UIS Softball vs McKendreeStreaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/CHAMPS_1111215206.aspx
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UIS Baseball vs Great Lakes Valley ConferenceStreaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/…
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UIS Softball vs Great Lakes Valley ConferenceStreaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/…
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UIS Baseball vs Great Lakes Valley ConferenceStreaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/…
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UIS Softball vs Great Lakes Valley ConferenceStreaming Video: http://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://glvcsports.com/sports/2021/11/11/…

News

Elaine Grant golfing in blue UIS polo and hat
May 05, 2026
Elaine Grant Tied for Fourth After Day One at East Regional
Illinois Springfield senior Elaine Grant is tied for fourth place after two rounds at the NCAA Division II Women's Golf East Regional on Monday. Competing as…
Johnny Wendling playing third base at UIS baseball game
May 05, 2026
UIS Baseball to Open GLVC Tournament Against Rockhurst
UIS baseball opens play in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament on Wednesday morning, facing No. 8 seed Rockhurst at 9:00 a.m. at Mountain Dew Park. in…
Rachel McMullen running the bases in blue UIS softball uniform
May 04, 2026
UIS Softball Opens GLVC Tournament as No. 6 Seed Against No. 3 McKendree
UIS softball opens the GLVC Tournament on Wednesday afternoon, entering as the No. 6 seed in a double-elimination field against No. 3 McKendree at 1:00 p.m. at…
Elaine Grant golfing in blue UIS hat and polo
May 04, 2026
Elaine Grant Begins NCAA East Regional Monday in Findlay with Schedule Adjustment
The NCAA Division II East Regional gets underway Monday morning in Findlay, Ohio, with 18 teams and six individuals competing for a berth at the NCAA…
Elaine Grant golfing in UIS blue and white at GLVC Championship
May 04, 2026
Elaine Grant Earns First Team All-GLVC Honors as a Senior
UIS senior golfer Elaine Grant has been named First Team All-GLVC, earning her third career all-conference honor. While the top five finishers at the GLVC…
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…