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 Women's Soccer at Purdue Northwest
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UIS Women's Cross Country Prairie Star Invitational
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UIS Women's Soccer vs Lincoln - HOME/GLVC OPENER
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UIS Women's Soccer at Drury
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UIS Women's Cross Country Illinois State Redbird Invite
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UIS Women's Soccer vs Truman State

News

Jordan Serrahn running outdoor track
Abr 17, 2025
Women’s Track Opens Bryan Clay Invitational with Personal Bests in 10,000 Meters
Jordan Serrahn and Kaleigh Inniss opened competition for the UIS women's track and field team at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal., on Wednesday. The...
Briar Nevills running outdoor track
Abr 17, 2025
Nevills, Jones Open Bryan Clay Invitational with Strong Marks
Briar Nevills and Ryan Jones represented the UIS men's track and field team on Wednesday during day one of the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal. Nevills...
Ella Brinkley batting
Abr 17, 2025
UIS Softball to Host William Jewell for Senior Day Doubleheader
The UIS softball team will host William Jewell for a doubleheader on Friday, starting at noon. The games will serve as Senior Day, where the program will honor...
Emma Leahy running outdoor track
Abr 17, 2025
Prairie Stars Wrap Up Regular Season at Gibson Invitational
The Illinois Springfield women's track and field team will head to Indiana State University for the Gibson Invitational this Friday evening and Saturday. The...
Lucas Baronello racing outdoor track
Abr 17, 2025
UIS Heads to Indiana State for Regular Season Finale
The UIS men's track and field team will close out the regular season this weekend at Indiana State University's Gibson Invitational, held Friday evening and...
Ryan Jones jumping water barrier in steeplechase
Abr 16, 2025
UIS Men’s Track Trio Set for Bryan Clay Invitational Distance Events
Three distance runners from the UIS men's track...
Softball on field
Abr 16, 2025
UIS Softball Moves Doubleheader Against William Jewell to Friday
Due to forecasted rain on Saturday, the UIS softball team has moved its home doubleheader against William Jewell to Friday at 12:00 p.m. at the UIS Softball...
UIS Baseball Field
Abr 16, 2025
UIS Baseball Adjusts Rockhurst Series Schedule
The UIS baseball team has adjusted its upcoming home series against Rockhurst. Originally scheduled for Thursday through Saturday, the series will now feature...