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.

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.

  • Volleyball
  • Esports

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.

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.

students canoeing

Events

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UIS Men's Basketball vs Roosevelt
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UIS Women's Basketball vs TiffinStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Women's Basketball vs HillsdaleStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs Wisconsin-ParksideTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs AshlandStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Cross Country Midwest Regional Championship

News

UIS volleyball players engaging on court between points
Jul 23, 2026
UIS Volleyball Earns AVCA Team Academic Award and Honor Roll Recognition
The UIS volleyball team has been recognized for its success in the classroom, earning the 2026 American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic…
Isaiah Davis playing basketball at UIS
Jul 21, 2026
UIS Men's Basketball Earns NABC Team Academic Excellence Award; Five Named to Honors Court
The UIS men's basketball program has been recognized by the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) for its success in the classroom during the 2025…
Maddie Miller-Ross running an outdoor track race in gold UIS uniform
Jul 21, 2026
Miller-Ross, UIS Track & Field Programs Recognized by USTFCCCA for Academic Excellence
Illinois Springfield track…
Cameron Frye playing soccer
Jul 21, 2026
UIS Men's Soccer Announces 2026 Schedule
The UIS men's soccer team has announced its 2026 schedule, featuring 17 regular-season matches and nine home contests at Kiwanis Stadium. Head Coach Graham…
Madelyn Miller-Ross leading a pack of runners in a track race
Jul 20, 2026
Miller-Ross Named CSC Academic All-America Third Team
Recent University of Illinois Springfield graduate Madelyn Miller-Ross has been named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-America Women's…
Ira Joshi golfing in UIS blue and white
Jul 20, 2026
Ira Joshi Named WGCA All-American Scholar
Illinois Springfield women's golfer Ira Joshi has been named a 2025-26 Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) All-American Scholar, the organization announced…
Prairie Stars Hall of Fame logo on UIS blue background
Jul 10, 2026
UIS Announces 2026 Prairie Stars Hall of Fame Class
​​The University of Illinois Springfield Athletic Department has announced the induction of four new members into the Prairie Stars Hall of Fame. The ceremony…
UIS Cross Country Navy Background
Jul 09, 2026
UIS Cross Country Announces 2026 Season Schedule
The UIS cross country program has announced its 2026 season schedule, featuring the 11th annual Prairie Stars Invitational and an exciting lineup of…