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 Women's Cross Country Midwest Regional Championship
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UIS Women's Basketball at Wisconsin-ParksideTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown-ticketing.aspx
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UIS Men's Basketball at Cedarville
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UIS Women's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Men's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Indianapolis - EDUCATION DAYStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports…

News

Kevin Kardel goalkeeping in yellow UIS jersey at Kiwanis Stadium
Sep 08, 2026
Kardel Earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week Honors
University of Illinois Springfield freshman goalkeeper Kevin Kardel has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week following a…
Valentina Torrealba playing golf in blue UIS gear
Sep 07, 2026
UIS Women’s Golf Begins Fall Campaign at UIndy Invitational
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team opens its 2026 fall season Tuesday at the UIndy Invitational, hosted by Indianapolis at Champions Pointe in…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS "S" logo, white text on UIS blue background
Sep 07, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | Sept. 7–13
The Prairie Stars continue the fall season with a busy week of competition on the field, on the court and on the course. Both UIS golf teams open their fall…
Peyton Woods playing golf
Sep 07, 2026
Prairie Stars Men’s Golf to Open Fall Season at Arch Cup
The UIS men's golf team opens its 2026 fall season Tuesday at the Arch Cup, hosted by McKendree at Gateway National Golf Club in Madison, Ill. The two-day…
Sonny Cox playing soccer at UIS
Sep 06, 2026
Prairie Stars Battle No. 11 Lincoln to Scoreless Draw
UIS Men's Soccer tied with Lincoln on Saturday, at Kiwanis Stadium, playing to a scoreless draw with the No. 11-ranked team in the country. The Prairie Stars…
Emma Rosenthal playing soccer
Sep 06, 2026
UIS Women's Soccer Celebrates Senior Day With 5-1 Triumph
Illinois Springfield defeated Lincoln 5-1 on Saturday evening. The Prairie Stars finished with a 15-3 shot advantage, including 12 shots on goal to Lincoln's…
UIS Volleyball team celebrating on court at Ferris State tournament
Sep 06, 2026
Volleyball Splits Two Matches at Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational on Saturday
The UIS volleyball team split its two matches Saturday at the Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational, falling to Arkansas-Fort Smith 3-1 before defeating Kentucky…
UIS men's cross country leading the pack at Prairie Stars Invitational
Sep 05, 2026
Men's Cross Country Extends Streak of Season-Opening Wins to 11
Illinois Springfield Men's Cross Country opened the season with a victory at the Prairie Stars Invitational on its home course Friday night, extending its…