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

Maddie Miller racing indoor track
Dec 06, 2025
Miller-Ross Takes on Deep Field at GVSU Holiday Open
UIS track…
UIS Soccer 2026 Signing Class, text on blue background paired with logo
Dec 06, 2025
UIS Women’s Soccer Adds Nine Freshmen in 2026 Signing Class
The UIS women's soccer team, led by head coach Scott Myers and assistant coach Hailey Parungao, welcomed nine high school seniors in the class of 2026 into the…
UIS Track & Field logo on blue background
Dec 05, 2025
UIS Athletics Announces Expansion of Track & Field Program
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…
Alandyn Simmons playing basketball
Dec 05, 2025
Illinois Springfield Women’s Basketball Falls 68-66 to McKendree
Illinois Springfield women's basketball (3-5, 1-2 GLVC) narrowly fell to McKendree (4-2, 2-1 GLVC), 68-66, at TRAC on Thursday night. The Prairie Stars trailed…
UIS men's basketball student-athletes
Dec 05, 2025
Illinois Springfield Defeats McKendree, Remains Undefeated in GLVC Play
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…
UIS Athletics primary logo, Cardinals Caravan 2025 logo
Dec 04, 2025
Cardinals Caravan Coming to UIS on January 17th
The St. Louis Cardinals Caravan is making a stop at the University of Illinois Springfield this winter, adding even more excitement to a busy day on campus.…
Jordan Rice playing basketball in white UIS uniform
Dec 04, 2025
Jordan Rice Named November Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month
After missing the 2024-25 season, Jordan Rice started his comeback campaign with a 21.0 point-per-game average through the first six games in 2025-26, earning…
Maddie Miller racing indoor track
Dec 04, 2025
Miller-Ross to Open Indoor Season at GVSU Holiday Open
Madelyn Miller-Ross of the Illinois Springfield women's indoor track…