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

Kai Van-Roon setting a strike
Sep 29, 2025
Kai Van-Roon Captures Flight C Singles Title at ITA Regional
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team wrapped up three days of competition at the ITA Regional in Allendale, Mich., with a flight victory and two…
Rafael Patino playing soccer
Sep 29, 2025
UIS Men’s Soccer Comes Up Short in 2-1 Loss at SBU
The UIS men's soccer team came up short on the road Sunday, dropping a 2-1 match at Southwest Baptist. The loss moves the Prairie Stars to 2-5-1 overall and 1…
Lin En Tan (left) and Lukas Pieringer (right) between sets
Sep 29, 2025
UIS Men’s Tennis Heads Into Monday Matches at ITA Regional in Michigan
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team will continue competing at the ITA Regional in Allendale, Mich. on Monday, after action over Saturday and Sunday.…
Vilgot Arlebach golfing in rain
Sep 29, 2025
UIS Men’s Golf Set for Midwest Collegiate
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team will return to action Monday and Tuesday at the Midwest Collegiate, hosted at Rock Hollow Golf Club in Peru, Ind. The…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Sep 29, 2025
This Week in UIS Athletics | Sept. 29 – Oct. 5
It's another action-packed week for Prairie Stars athletics! Men's golf and tennis hit the road early in the week, while home soccer promises exciting matchups…
Riley Lloyd playing soccer
Sep 28, 2025
UIS Women’s Soccer Falls 1-0 at Southwest Baptist
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision on the road Sunday at Southwest Baptist. With the loss, UIS sits at 1-4-3 overall and 0-3-2…
UIS volleyball Libero Tuana Yuce
Sep 28, 2025
Prairie Stars Swept by UIndy in Home GLVC Match
Illinois Springfield volleyball dropped its second straight conference match on Saturday, falling 3-0 to Indianapolis at TRAC. The Greyhounds won by set scores…
Pablo Herrera playing tennis
Sep 28, 2025
UIS Men’s Tennis Competes Across Flights at ITA Regional
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team saw a busy day of singles and doubles action at the ITA Regional on Saturday. Several Prairie Stars advanced in…