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 McKendreeStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Truman State
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UIS Men's Basketball at Truman State
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Missouri S…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs Missouri S&TStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs QuincyStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…

News

Kendall Johnson #14. Volleyball vs. Upper Iowa University Friday, November 7, 2025.
Aug 29, 2026
Prairie Stars Drop Pair of Matches on Day One at Ferris State Invitational
UIS Volleyball (0-2) faced a tough start at the Ferris State Invitational, falling to Emporia State (2-0) and Ferris State (2-0) in straight sets at Bulldog…
Makenna Cox #19. Volleyball vs. Upper Iowa University Friday, November 7, 2025.
Aug 29, 2026
Illinois Springfield Volleyball Comes Up Short Against No. 3 MSU Denver, PNW
Illinois Springfield (0-4) faced two challenging matches at the Ferris State Invitational on Saturday, falling to No. 3-ranked MSU Denver (3-1) and Purdue…
UIS goalkeeper Kevin Kardel kicks ball, yellow jersey
Aug 28, 2026
Kardel Makes Six Saves in Loss to UAH
The UIS men's soccer team (0-1-0) fell to Alabama-Huntsville (1-0-0) in a tightly contested season opener, with a final score of 2-1 at Kiwanis Stadium.  The…
UIS Prairie Stars logo on blue background
Aug 27, 2026
161 UIS Student-Athletes Earn D2 ADA Academic Achievement Award
UIS Athletics placed 161 student-athletes on the Division 2 Athletics Directors Association (D2 ADA) Academic Achievement Team, recognizing Prairie Stars who…
Kalli Drexler playing soccer
Aug 27, 2026
UIS Women's Soccer Set to Open Fall 2026 Season with Two Road Games
The UIS women's soccer team opens the fall 2026 season with two road games this week. The Prairie Stars will visit Alabama Huntsville on Friday at 4:00 p.m.…
2026 UIS Volleyball team photo on court with coaches
Aug 27, 2026
UIS Volleyball Picked Ninth in GLVC Preseason Poll
UIS was selected ninth in the 2026 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) women's volleyball preseason coaches' poll, presented by Primo Designs, the conference…
Mike Hermann's Notes From the Prairie
Aug 27, 2026
Notes from the Prairie
 This week, the 2026-27 athletic year officially starts with a Thursday home men's soccer match against Alabama-Huntsville. Plus, the volleyball (to Michigan)…
Makenna Cox #19. Volleyball vs. Upper Iowa University Friday, November 7, 2025.
Aug 27, 2026
UIS Volleyball Opens Season at Ferris State Invitational
The Illinois Springfield volleyball team will open the 2026 season with four matches this weekend at the Ferris State Invitational in Big Rapids, Mich. The…