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 William Jewell Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Indianapolis
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UIS Men's Basketball at Indianapolis
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Maryville Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs MaryvilleStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs LewisStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…

News

Jordan Rice playing basketball at UIS
Feb 01, 2026
UIS Men's Basketball Completes Season Sweep Over UMSL
Illinois Springfield men's basketball (14-6, 10-2 GLVC) edged past Missouri-St. Louis (12-10, 6-7 GLVC) with a 78-74 victory on Saturday at TRAC. This win…
Ema Norma Bordean playing tennis
Feb 01, 2026
UIS Women's Tennis Falls 7-0 in Road Match at No. 16 Findlay
The Illinois Springfield women's tennis team struggled on Sunday, falling 7-0 to Findlay in a tough road matchup against a team that was in the NCAA Tournament…
UIS and NGWSD logos on blue background
Jan 31, 2026
UIS Voices: Reflections on the Impact of Sports
In recognition of National Girls…
Maddie Miller-Ross running on an indoor track
Jan 31, 2026
Miller-Ross Sets School Record as UIS Competes at John Thomas Terrier Classic
The UIS women's track and field team was represented by a pair of distance runners Friday evening at the John Thomas Terrier Classic, hosted by Boston…
Kayla Rice guarding
Jan 31, 2026
Prairie Stars Upset No. 25 Missouri-St. Louis; Kayla Rice Surpasses 1,000 Career Points
Illinois Springfield women's basketball (9-11, 6-6 GLVC) defeated Missouri-St. Louis (16-3, 12-1 GLVC), 75-68, at TRAC, limiting the Tritons to just nine…
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…