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 LewisStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Men's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Women's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Men's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Women's Basketball at Rockhurst

News

Allison Thompson running cross country
Oct 12, 2025
UIS Women’s Cross Country Navigates Competitive Field at Lewis Crossover
The Illinois Springfield women's cross country team posted a solid effort at the Lewis Crossover on Saturday, finishing 24th of 36 teams in one of the most…
Mallory Herber playing soccer
Oct 12, 2025
UIS Women’s Soccer Earns Second Straight Win with 1-0 Victory at UMSL
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team capped off a successful weekend with a 1-0 road win over Missouri-St. Louis on Sunday afternoon. The Prairie Stars…
Lin En Tan in ready stance
Oct 11, 2025
UIS Men’s Tennis Defeats Chicago State
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team earned an impressive win over Division I opponent Chicago State on Friday in fall action. The Prairie Stars claimed…
Corne Boshoff shot on goal
Oct 11, 2025
UIS Men’s Soccer Plays No. 20 Lincoln to 1-1 Draw
The UIS men's soccer team battled nationally ranked No. 20 Lincoln to a 1-1 draw Saturday, demonstrating the Prairie Stars' competitiveness as they enter the…
Mallory Herber playing soccer
Oct 11, 2025
UIS Women’s Soccer Earns Road Win at Lincoln
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team earned its first GLVC win of the season on Friday night, defeating Lincoln 2-0 on the road. The Prairie Stars (2-6…
Antonio Ayerbe Streubel playing tennis
Oct 11, 2025
Men’s Tennis Battles in 4-3 Road Loss at Purdue Northwest
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team battled closely with Purdue Northwest on Saturday, falling 4-3 in a competitive fall matchup. The Pride, who…
Erica Sledge serving
Oct 11, 2025
UIS Volleyball Sweeps William Jewell for First GLVC Win
The UIS volleyball team picked up its first GLVC victory of the season on Friday night, sweeping William Jewell at TRAC. The Prairie Stars snapped their recent…
UIS volleyball players blocking
Oct 11, 2025
Prairie Stars Push Hawks but Fall in Four Sets
The Illinois Springfield volleyball team pushed one of the GLVC's top programs on Saturday afternoon, taking a set off Rockhurst in a competitive 3-1 loss at…