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.
Kaleigh Inniss led UIS women's track at the IC Thursday Throwdown with a win in the 1500 meters in 5:02.51. The event was the highlight of the day for UIS, as...
Abr 02, 2026
UIS Softball Away at William Jewell, Game Times Adjusted
The Prairie Stars are headed to the Kansas City area to play the William Jewell Cardinals on Friday. The doubleheader start time has been adjusted to 11:00 a.m...
Abr 01, 2026
UIS Baseball Climbs to No. 17 in NCBWA Top 25
The Illinois Springfield baseball team moved up seven spots to No. 17 in this week's NCBWA Division II Top 25 poll, marking the program's highest national...
Abr 01, 2026
UIS Baseball Heads to Truman State for GLVC Series
UIS baseball hits the road for Kirksville, Missouri, this week for a four-game GLVC series against Truman State, running Thursday through Saturday. First...
Mar 31, 2026
Grant Claims Individual Title at Flyers Spring Invitational, UIS Places Fourth
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team claimed a share of first place in a rain-shortened Flyers Spring Invitational at Bolingbrook Golf Club. The...
Mar 31, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | March 30–April 5
All Day – Golf at the Flyers Spring Invitational
Regular season competition for both men's and women's golf in Bolingbrook, hosted by Lewis. Conference and...
Mar 31, 2026
UIS Men's Golf Wins Flyers Spring Invitational
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team battled through challenging conditions at the Flyers Spring Invitational, a tournament originally scheduled for 36...
Mar 30, 2026
Prairie Stars Head to Flyers Spring Invitational Following Home Victory
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team returns to action Monday and Tuesday at the Flyers Spring Invitational, hosted by Lewis at Bolingbrook Golf Club.
The...