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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University of Illinois-Springfield Women's Basketball at Missouri - St. LouisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/umsl/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Men's Basketball at Missouri - St. LouisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/umsl/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Women's Basketball vs William Jewell - WHITE OUTStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Men's Basketball vs William Jewell - WHITE OUTStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Women's Basketball vs McKendree - YOUTH SPORTS DAYStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Men's Basketball vs McKendree - YOUTH SPORTS DAYStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/

News

Nov 26, 2025
Illinois Springfield men's basketball fell to Cedarville, 65-62, in a closely contested matchup on Tuesday night at TRAC. Jordan Rice set the tone early for…
Nov 25, 2025
The UIS men's basketball team returns home on Tuesday for a 5:00 p.m. matchup against Cedarville, part of UIS's first home doubleheader of the season. The…
Nov 25, 2025
Illinois Springfield women's basketball defeated St. Francis (IL), 76-56, behind a strong defensive effort that forced 26 turnovers and turned them into 27…
Nov 25, 2025
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-…
Nov 25, 2025
The Basketballs Are Bouncing College basketball is officially back on the UIS campus! Both the men's and women's teams have already taken the floor for several…
Nov 24, 2025
UIS Basketball is Back at TRAC The balls are bouncing in The Recreation and Athletics Center (TRAC) as the Prairie Stars have tipped off another…