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 Men's Golf at GLVC Championship
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UIS Women's Track & Field GVSU Extra Weekend Meetup
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UIS Men's Track and Field GVSU Extra Weekend Meetup
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UIS Men's Tennis vs Maryville
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UIS Women's Tennis vs Maryville
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UIS Baseball at IndianapolisStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uindy/

News

Bailey Masching baserunning in blue UIS softball uniform
Apr 20, 2026
Prairie Stars Shut Out by No. 19 McKendree
The Illinois Springfield softball team faced No. 19 McKendree at Bearcat Field on Sunday, suffering two losses with final scores of 4-0 and 7-0. In the first…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Apr 20, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | April 20-26
UIS Athletics heads into another busy week of competition with several spring teams on the road and tennis at home. Here's a look at what's ahead for the…
Calista Stahlhut on first base in white UIS uniform
Apr 19, 2026
UIS Softball Splits Doubleheader at Maryville
UIS split its Saturday doubleheader at Maryville, falling 3-0 in the opener before bouncing back with a 4-1 win in game two. In the first game, the Prairie…
Josslyn Gaona running outdoor track in blue uis uniform
Apr 19, 2026
Gaona and Gaden Lead UIS Women at Gibson Invitational
The UIS women's track and field team competed Friday and Saturday at Indiana State's Gibson Invitational, highlighted by a strong showing in Friday night's…
River Derby running outdoor track & field
Apr 19, 2026
UIS Men’s Track Competes at Gibson Invitational
The UIS men's team was represented at Indiana State's Gibson Invitational by a pair of freshmen in the 1500 meters on Saturday. Chase Cooley led the duo with…
Jaden Mathon pitching in white UIS uniform
Apr 19, 2026
UIS Claims Series Despite Finale Loss to Maryville
The Illinois Springfield baseball team was defeated 9-3 by Maryville on Sunday in Springfield. Maryville took the series finale, though UIS had already…