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

Daniel Giacomini finishing cross country race
Sep 18, 2025
UIS Men’s Cross Country Heads to Bradley Intercollegiate
The Illinois Springfield men's cross country team is set to participate in the Bradley Intercollegiate on Friday, Sept. 19. The event will take place at…
Olivia Thomsen running cross country
Sep 18, 2025
UIS Women’s Cross Country to Compete at Detweiller Park Friday Evening
The UIS women's cross country team is gearing up to participate in the Bradley Intercollegiate on Friday, Sept. 19, at Detweiller Park in Peoria, Ill. The…
Corne Boshoff #16. Mens Soccer vs Drury University GLVC Tournament Sunday November 5, 2023
Sep 18, 2025
UIS Men’s Soccer Hosts Quincy in Homecoming Showdown, Travels to Truman State on Sunday
The Illinois Springfield men's soccer team is ready for a full week of GLVC play that begins with Friday night's 7:30 p.m. homecoming matchup against longtime…
Makenna Cox playing volleyball
Sep 17, 2025
UIS Volleyball to Host Prairie Star Classic During Homecoming Week
Illinois Springfield is set to host the Prairie Star Classic volleyball tournament from September 18-20 at the TRAC at UIS. The Prairie Stars will face…
Women's soccer team celebrates a goal
Sep 17, 2025
UIS Women’s Soccer Set for Homecoming Clash with Quincy, Road Match at Truman State
The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team is ready for its first full week of GLVC play. The Prairie Stars host Quincy on Friday at 5:00 p.m. for the…
Yi-Ting Hsieh playing golf
Sep 16, 2025
Women’s Golf in the Hunt After First Day of Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team is firmly in contention after the opening 36 holes of the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational at Piper…
Elaine Grant golfing at Piper Glen
Sep 16, 2025
Grant’s Playoff Triumph Highlights UIS Women’s Golf Home Invitational
The UIS women's golf team showcased its skills at the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational, held on September 15-16, at the Piper Glen Golf Course in…
Mallory Herber playing soccer
Sep 15, 2025
Herber Named GLVC Offensive Player of the Week
Illinois Springfield women's soccer sophomore Mallory Herber has been named the GLVC Offensive Player of the Week, the league announced Monday afternoon.…