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.
Griffitts’ Big Weekend Leads to Regional Player of the Week Recognition
Illinois Springfield outfielder Kaden Griffitts has been named the NCBWA Division II Midwest Region Player of the Week following a dominant performance in a...
Mar 24, 2026
UIS Men's Golf Pulls Away Late to Win Home Invitational, Lamraski Takes Individual Crown
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team won its home event at the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational at Red Tail Run Golf Course on Monday and...
Mar 24, 2026
WashU Distance Classic Schedule Shift Moves UIS Action to Friday
The Illinois Springfield track...
Mar 23, 2026
UIS Men’s Golf Tied for Lead After Opening Round of Dan Salisbury Memorial Invitational
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team sits in a tie for first place after Monday's opening 18 holes of the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational at...
Mar 23, 2026
Griffitts Earns GLVC Player of the Week After Power Surge Against Drury
Illinois Springfield junior outfielder Kaden Griffitts put together a dominant offensive week which included 14 RBIs, earning Great Lakes Valley Conference...
Mar 23, 2026
Prairie Stars Earn 5-2 Road Win at Truman State
The Illinois Springfield women's tennis team (4-7) secured a strong 5-2 road victory over Truman State on Sunday afternoon, using a doubles point and a pair...
Mar 23, 2026
Bartletti Earns GLVC Pitcher of the Week Honors
Senior Rosie Bartletti has been named Great Lakes Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week for the third time this season following a dominant weekend that...
Mar 23, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | March 23-29
Men's golf hosts its home event, baseball returns to the diamond for another key GLVC series, and both tennis teams are back in Springfield. Track...