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

Marissa Roggensack running
Jan 30, 2026
UIS Women’s Distance Runners Target 5K at John Thomas Terrier Classic
A pair of UIS women's distance runners will take the national stage Friday evening as senior Madelyn Miller-Ross and junior Marissa Roggensack compete at the…
Rebecca Neupauer base running in gold UIS uniform
Jan 30, 2026
Prairie Stars Split Doubleheader with Roosevelt, Take Game One Behind Bartletti’s Shutout
The Illinois Springfield softball team (1-1) split its season-opening doubleheader against Roosevelt (1-1) on Friday afternoon, securing a 3-0 victory in the…
Lin En Tan (left) and Lukas Pieringer (right) between sets
Jan 30, 2026
UIS Men’s Tennis Begins Spring Slate with Matches at Tiffin and Findlay
The UIS men's tennis team opens its spring season this weekend with back-to-back road matches in Ohio against Tiffin and Findlay. The Prairie Stars begin the…
Kayla Rice shooting the basketball
Jan 30, 2026
Rice Sets Two Program Records as UIS Defeats Lincoln
Illinois Springfield women's basketball (8-11, 5-6 GLVC) defeated Lincoln (4-15, 2-10 GLVC), 67-48, with a commanding performance that included 20 steals and…
UIS Tennis Navy Background
Jan 30, 2026
UIS Listed Fifth in GLVC Men’s Tennis East Division Preseason Poll
The llinois Springfield men's tennis team was picked fifth in the East Division of the 2026 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Men's Tennis Preseason Coaches…
Olivia DeLuca playing second base
Jan 29, 2026
UIS Softball Opens 2026 Season Friday in Rosemont
The UIS softball team opens the 2026 season on the road Friday with a non-conference doubleheader against Roosevelt in The Dome at Parkway Bank Sports Complex…
An edit of Kayla & Jordan Rice on the big screen at the front of a theater
Jan 29, 2026
One Family Scored 62 Points and Set Two UIS Records on a Day in December
Monday games are unusual in the GLVC, but the Prairie Stars opened the home conference season on Monday, Dec. 1 against William Jewell. It did not have the…
A celebration photo on court of 2021-22 UIS women's basketball athlete Lauren Ladowski, paired with UIS Athletics logo for 15 years of DII membership celebration
Jan 28, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership at UIS: Lauren Ladowski, Women’s Basketball
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student…