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.
The UIS women's golf team is set to compete in William Jewell's Kansas City Cup on Monday and Tuesday at Paradise Pointe Golf Complex in Smithville, Mo.
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Sep 21, 2025
High-Scoring Affair in Kirksville Goes Prairie Stars’ Way
The UIS men's soccer team put together an explosive offensive performance Saturday, earning a 5-3 victory over Truman State in Great Lakes Valley Conference...
Sep 21, 2025
Prairie Stars Battle in Five, Fall to Maryville in Homecoming Finale
The Illinois Springfield and Maryville volleyball teams played a spirited non-conference match on Homecoming Saturday at TRAC. The Saints came away with a 3-2...
Sep 21, 2025
Prairie Stars Draw in Road Test at Truman
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team battled to a 1-1 draw with Truman State on Sunday afternoon in Kirksville, Mo. The Prairie Stars hold steady with...
Sep 20, 2025
Prairie Stars Drop 2-0 Match to Quincy
The UIS men's soccer team fell 2-0 to Quincy on Friday night at Kiwanis Stadium. With the result, the Prairie Stars move to 1-3-1 overall and 0-2 in GLVC play...
Sep 20, 2025
UIS Men’s Golf Set for UIndy Invitational at Broadmoor Country Club
The UIS men's golf team is headed to Indianapolis early this week for the UIndy Fall Invitational at Broadmoor Country Club. The field will play three rounds...
Sep 20, 2025
Giacomini Leads UIS Men's Cross Country at Bradley Intercollegiate
The Illinois Springfield men's cross country team fielded a partial squad Friday evening at the Bradley Intercollegiate, finishing fifth out of 23 teams at...
Sep 20, 2025
Prairie Stars Fall in Straight Sets to Nebraska-Kearney
The UIS volleyball team dropped a three-set match to Nebraska-Kearney on Friday night at TRAC. The Prairie Stars fell by scores of 25-17, 25-15, 25-17, moving...