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

Calista Stahlhut pitching in blue UIS uniform
Mar 22, 2026
UIS Softball Sweeps Southwest Baptist with Pair of Shutouts
The Illinois Springfield softball team (21-9, 5-3) earned a dominant doubleheader sweep over Southwest Baptist (13-17, 3-5) on Sunday, winning 8-0 and 5-0. The…
Rebecca Neupauer running the bases in white UIS uniform
Mar 22, 2026
Prairie Stars Battle but Come Up Empty in Saturday Twinbill
The UIS softball team (19-9, 3-3 GLVC) dropped both games of a Saturday doubleheader to Rockhurst University, falling 5-4 in a back-and-forth opener before…
Vilgot Arlebach golfing in rain
Mar 22, 2026
Prairie Stars to Host Dan Salisbury Memorial Invitational at Red Tail Run
The Illinois Springfield men's golf team returns to action this week, hosting the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational on Monday and Tuesday at Red…
Kaden Griffitts running the bases in gold UIS uniform
Mar 21, 2026
UIS Baseball Falls 17-12 to Drury
Illinois-Springfield baseball (15-7, 4-1) fell to Drury (13-9, 4-1) in a high-scoring affair on Friday, 17-12. Despite two home runs from Kaden Griffitts and…
UIS Women's Tennis Huddle
Mar 21, 2026
Prairie Stars Resume Play with Road Test at Truman State
The Illinois Springfield women's tennis team returns from its midseason break with a non-conference matchup at Truman State. The Prairie Stars and Bulldogs are…
Miran Todorovic and Kai Van-Roon playing Tennis
Mar 20, 2026
UIS Men’s Tennis Heads to Illinois State for Exhibition
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team returns to action on Friday, traveling to Normal for an 11:00 a.m. exhibition match against Illinois State.…
UIS Prairie Stars logo on blue background
Mar 19, 2026
UIS Athletics Alumni Highlighted in 2026 Promising Prairie Stars Class
The University of Illinois Springfield has announced the 2026 class of its Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program, honoring outstanding alumni under the…
Lucas Pajeau in outfield
Mar 18, 2026
UIS Baseball Hosts Drury in Key GLVC Series
The Illinois Springfield baseball team will host Drury this weekend for an important four-game GLVC series, Friday through Sunday. The matchup pits two of the…