For the second consecutive year, the University of Illinois Springfield has earned the Presidents' Award for Academic Excellence, presented to Division II institutions that achieve an Academic Success Rate (ASR) of 90 percent or higher.
UIS is one of just 43 Division II schools to receive the honor this year and one of only three GLVC institutions—alongside Maryville and Rockhurst—to be recognized. UIS is also the only DII institution in Illinois to earn the Presidents' Award this year.
The University of Illinois Springfield softball and baseball teams are gearing up for their 2026 seasons and will celebrate with the annual First Pitch Event on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. The event will be held at the UIS Student Union Ballroom (2251 Richard Wright Dr, Springfield, IL 62703), starting with a happy hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program at 6:00 p.m. It's the perfect opportunity to show your support and connect with fellow Prairie Stars fans ahead of what promises to be another exciting year of competition.
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-athletes who have shaped the program's Division II era. Each week, UIS will feature one team and one player, honoring the accomplishments, championship moments and legacy-building performances that have defined Prairie Stars Athletics.
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-athletes who have shaped the program's Division II era. Each week, UIS will feature one team and one player, honoring the accomplishments, championship moments and legacy-building performances that have defined Prairie Stars Athletics.
It's finals week at UIS, and basketball resumes Sunday at home! The rest of the winter break is packed with hoops — including several home games at TRAC. Spring schedules are coming soon, so don't forget to sign up for emails about UIS Athletics. You can select specific sports or choose the "General" department option to stay in the loop.
Sunday, Dec. 14
2:00 p.m. – Women's Basketball vs. Roosevelt (HOME)
UIS men's basketball (7-2, 4-0 GLVC) defeated Maryville (1-6, 0-2 GLVC) 81-68 on Saturday at TRAC. The Prairie Stars capitalized on free throws, making 23 of 30 attempts, while Maryville struggled with turnovers, committing 14.
Illinois Springfield opened the first half with a strong start, highlighted by Isaiah Davis sinking back-to-back three-pointers within the first two minutes. The team capitalized on turnovers, with Britton Dutton and Jordan Rice combining for multiple steals and assists, fueling a 6-point lead early on.
UIS women's basketball fell to Maryville, 74-56, on Saturday afternoon at TRAC. The Saints scored 42 of their points in the paint and backed it up with a strong defensive performance, while the Prairie Stars struggled to convert from deep.
UIS track & field runner Madelyn Miller-Ross competed in the fast heat of the women's 5,000 meters at the GVSU Holiday Open on Friday evening in Allendale, Mich., lining up against a strong Midwest field that included Hillsdale's Allison Kuzma and several Grand Valley State runners on their home track.
The UIS athletic department has announced the expansion of its track and field program by initiating a search for a full-time assistant coach for focus on sprints and jumps. The track program, which was added to the athletics portfolio in 2010, has focused on distance runners almost exclusively up to this point.
Illinois Springfield men's basketball (6-2, 3-0 GLVC) secured a narrow 63-58 victory over McKendree (5-2, 1-1 GLVC) on Thursday night at TRAC. The Prairie Stars knocked down 13 three-pointers and led for more than 26 minutes in the tightly contested conference matchup.