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 Upper IowaStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Lincoln
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UIS Men's Basketball at Lincoln of Missouri
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Drury Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs DruryStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs McKendree Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…

News

Antonio Ayerbe Streubel playing tennis
Feb 05, 2026
Prairie Stars Men’s Tennis Heads to Thomas More Friday
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team is sest to compete Friday at Thomas More following the women's match, with the start estimated around 5:00 p.m. CT…
Kody Morton in left field
Feb 05, 2026
UIS Baseball to Open 2026 Season at Savannah State
The Illinois Springfield baseball team begins its 2026 campaign this weekend with a three-game series at Savannah State. The Prairie Stars will open the season…
Niamh Grogan playing singles
Feb 05, 2026
UIS Women’s Tennis Visits Thomas More Friday
The Illinois Springfield women's tennis team looks to rebound from a challenging opening weekend as it travels to Thomas More on Friday, Feb. 6. The match has…
Isaiah Davis playing basketball at UIS
Feb 04, 2026
UIS Men’s Basketball Hits the Road for Pivotal GLVC Roadstand
After a dominant home stretch, the Illinois Springfield men's basketball team heads out for a high-stakes road trip. The league-leading Prairie Stars will look…
Julia Mingus playing basketball at UIS in white uniform
Feb 04, 2026
UIS Women’s Basketball Hits the Road for GLVC Showdowns at Maryville and McKendree
After a strong home weekend that included a statement win over No. 25 UMSL, Illinois Springfield women's basketball hits the road this week for a pair of GLVC…
UIS Golf Navy Background
Feb 04, 2026
UIS Men’s Golf Picked Sixth in GLVC Preseason Coaches’ Poll
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team was selected sixth in the 2026 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) preseason coaches' poll, as announced Tuesday by…
Madelyn Miller-Ross running indoor track in blue UIS uniform
Feb 04, 2026
Miller-Ross Earns Back-to-Back GLVC Weekly Honors
Illinois Springfield senior Madelyn Miller-Ross was named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Indoor Track Athlete of the Week, as announced by the league office…
UIS Golf Navy Background
Feb 04, 2026
UIS Women’s Golf Ranked Fifth in GLVC Preseason Coaches’ Poll
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team has been picked fifth in the 2026 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) preseason coaches' poll, the league office…