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.
UIS Secures Series-Opening 3-2 Victory Over Quincy
The Illinois Springfield baseball team (19-7, 8-1) secured a series-opening 3-2 victory over Quincy (19-10, 8-4) on Friday at the UIS Baseball Field.
After a...
Mar 26, 2026
UIS Women’s Track Picked 11th in GLVC Preseason Poll
The GLVC preseason poll, voted on by the league's head coaches, was announced Thursday, placing Illinois Springfield 11th out of 14 teams. Indianapolis earned...
Mar 26, 2026
UIS Women’s Track Competes in St. Louis and Decatur This Weekend
The Illinois Springfield women's track and field team kicks off its outdoor season this weekend with back-to-back meets, starting at the WashU Distance...
Mar 26, 2026
UIS Men’s Track Picks Up 13th in GLVC Preseason Poll
The GLVC preseason poll results were announced Thursday, placing Illinois Springfield 13th out of 13 teams. Indianapolis earned the top spot with 140 points,...
Mar 26, 2026
UIS Men Kick Off Outdoor Season with Back-to-Back Meets
The Illinois Springfield men's track and field team opens its outdoor season this weekend with two consecutive meets: the WashU Distance Carnival Friday in St...
Mar 26, 2026
No. 24 UIS Baseball Hosts Quincy for Key GLVC Series on Alumni Weekend
The No. 24-ranked Illinois Springfield baseball team returns home this weekend for a key GLVC series, hosting Quincy during Alumni Weekend.
Just a few weeks...
Mar 25, 2026
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 25, 2026
UIS Day of Giving Underway — Support Prairie Stars Athletics Through Thursday
Support the Prairie Stars
The first stretch of UIS Day of Giving is off to a strong start, and there's still time to make an impact. The giving event continues...