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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[L] UIS Men's Tennis at McKendree L 3-4
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[W] UIS Women's Tennis at McKendree W 4-3
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[W] UIS Baseball vs Maryville - This game, originally scheduled for 6 PM, has been moved to 2 PM due to forecasted storms.W 17-16Streaming…
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[N] UIS Volleyball vs Quincy
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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 Men's Track and Field Gibson Invitational

News

Lin En Tan playing tennis in UIS uniform
Apr 18, 2026
UIS Men’s Tennis Falls 4-3 in GLVC Opener
The UIS men's tennis team dropped a narrow 4-3 decision in its GLVC opener against McKendree on Friday afternoon. The Prairie Stars started strong in doubles…
Jaden Watts playing softball in white UIS uniform
Apr 18, 2026
UIS Softball Hits Road for GLVC Matchups at Maryville, McKendree
The UIS softball team continues conference play on the road this weekend, traveling to face Maryville on Saturday and McKendree on Sunday. The Prairie Stars (…
Noah Caceres batting in a UIS baseball game
Apr 18, 2026
UIS Erases Deficit, Walks Off Maryville 17-16 in Series Opener
The Illinois Springfield baseball team edged Maryville in a thrilling 17-16 victory on Friday at the historic Robin Roberts Stadium. UIS secured the win with a…
Lia Rody golfing in blue UIS gear
Apr 18, 2026
UIS Women’s Golf Sixth After Two Rounds at GLVC Championship
The UIS women's golf team sits sixth after two rounds of stroke play at the 2026 GLVC Championship at Rock Hollow Golf Club. The Prairie Stars posted rounds…
Cristina Mendoza Romero playing tennis in UIS blue
Apr 18, 2026
Women’s Tennis Opens GLVC Play With Road Win at McKendree
The UIS women's tennis team opened GLVC action with a 4-3 victory at McKendree on Friday afternoon. The Prairie Stars jumped out early by securing the doubles…
Kaleigh Inniss running outdoor track
Apr 17, 2026
UIS Women’s Track Competing at Two Sites This Weekend
UIS women's track…