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

Emmons King Head Coach Cross Country & Track
May 30, 2025
King Officially Named Head Coach of UIS Cross Country and Track & Field
UIS Athletics has officially named Emmons King the head coach of the Prairie Stars cross country and track…
Chris Rodriguez coaching baseball
May 29, 2025
Chris Rodriguez Hired as Head Coach of UIS Baseball
The Illinois Springfield athletic department has announced the hiring of Chris Rodriguez as the head coach of the Prairie Stars baseball program. Rodriguez's…
Welcome Kaitlin Skeate. Assistant Cross Country & Track Coach
May 28, 2025
Kaitlin Skeate Joins UIS Cross Country and Track & Field Staff as Assistant Coach
The UIS cross country and track and field program has announced the addition of Kaitlin Skeate as an assistant coach beginning with the 2025-26 season. "I'm…
Ivan Dahlberg in catcher's gear
May 28, 2025
Dahlberg Earns D2CCA All-America Honorable Mention Recognition
Illinois Springfield junior catcher Ivan Dahlberg has earned a spot on the 2025 CCA All-America Honorable Mention list following a standout season for the…
Mark Decicco celebrates win
May 28, 2025
Four UIS Baseball Players Earn Spots on 2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-Region Teams
Four members of the Illinois Springfield baseball team were recognized on the 2025 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-Region Teams, as announced Tuesday…
Maddie Miller running outdoor track
May 25, 2025
Madelyn Miller Wraps Up NCAA Championships with Gutsy 5K Performance
Junior distance runner Madelyn Miller closed out her weekend at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track…
Maddie Miller running outdoor track
May 23, 2025
Miller Debuts at Outdoor National Championships
Madelyn Miller made her outdoor national championship debut Thursday night at the NCAA Division II Track and Field Championships. Race Recap Miller completed…
UIS Athletics 3.55 Department GPA
May 23, 2025
UIS Athletics Records 3.55 Department GPA in Spring 2025
The University of Illinois Springfield athletic department has achieved a GPA above 3.50 for the third consecutive semester, continuing a strong tradition of…