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 Women’s Track & Field Opens Indoor Season at Bob Eubanks Open
The Illinois Springfield women's track and field team opens its indoor season Saturday at Grand Valley State University's Bob Eubanks Open in Allendale, Mich...
Ene 16, 2026
UIS Women's Basketball Cruises Past Rockhurst, 86-36, in Conference Action
Illinois Springfield women's basketball dominated Rockhurst, 86-36, on Thursday night at TRAC. The win marked the team's highest margin of victory against...
Ene 16, 2026
UIS Men’s Basketball Falls to 6-2 in GLVC Play With Loss to Rockhurst
Illinois Springfield men's basketball (10-6, 6-2 GLVC) dropped its second conference game in a row in an 84-56 defeat to the Rockhurst Hawks (12-4, 6-2 GLVC)...
Ene 14, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership: Ali Haesele, Softball
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-...
Ene 14, 2026
UIS Women’s Tennis Opens 2026 with Home Exhibition vs. SIUE 66ers
The UIS women's tennis team begins the 2026 calendar year Saturday with a home exhibition against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, which will compete...
Ene 13, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership: 2021 Men's Soccer
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-...
Ene 13, 2026
UIS Women’s Basketball Back at TRAC for Pair of Crucial GLVC Games
UIS women's basketball returns home to TRAC this week for a pair of key GLVC matchups, hosting Rockhurst on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and Southwest Baptist on...
Ene 13, 2026
UIS Men’s Basketball Set for Pair of Big Home Games at TRAC
UIS men's basketball returns to TRAC this week for a pair of conference games, first hosting Rockhurst on Thursday at 7:30 p.m., followed by Southwest Baptist...