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.
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.
Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.
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.
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.
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.
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...
Mayo 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...
Mayo 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...
Mayo 04, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | May 4-10
All eyes are on Prairie Stars postseason competition this week!
Elaine Grant represents UIS Women's Golf at the NCAA Division II Women's Golf East Regional,...
Mayo 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...
Mayo 03, 2026
UIS Softball Sweeps Upper Iowa on Senior Day
UIS softball swept Upper Iowa on Senior Day Sunday, taking game one 2-0 before completing the doubleheader with a 7-2 win.
In the opener, the Prairie Stars...
Mayo 03, 2026
UIS Men’s Track & Field Wraps Season at GLVC Championships
The UIS men's track...
Mayo 03, 2026
UIS Women’s Track & Field Concludes Weekend at GLVC Championships
UIS closed out its weekend at the GLVC Outdoor Track...