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

Kyle Tyler pitching in white UIS baseball uniform
Mar 15, 2026
Prairie Stars Sweep First GLVC Series
The UIS baseball team (15-6, 4-0 GLVC) completed a series sweep of William Jewell (4-15, 0-4 GLVC) with a pair of decisive victories in Saturday's doubleheader…
Emme Steward running the bases
Mar 15, 2026
Prairie Stars Win Pair Over Quincy in GLVC Play
The Illinois Springfield softball team (19-7, 3-1) earned a pair of wins at Quincy on Saturday, defeating the Hawks 6-2 in the opener before securing a 10-3…
Madelyn Miller-Ross racing in blue UIS uniform at GLVC Indoor Championship
Mar 14, 2026
Miller-Ross Earns All-American Honors with Program Record at NCAA DII Championships
UIS senior distance runner Madelyn Miller-Ross competed Friday evening at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track…
Johnny Wendling batting in gold UIS uniform
Mar 14, 2026
UIS Baseball Takes Both Games in GLVC Opening Doubleheader
The No.-25-ranked Prairie Stars (13-6, 2-0) opened Great Lakes Valley Conference play with a doubleheader sweep at William Jewell (4-12, 0-2) on Friday in…
Ira Joshi golfing
Mar 14, 2026
Prairie Stars Head to Kentucky for Findlay Spring Invite
The Illinois Springfield women's golf team returns to action Sunday and Monday at the Findlay Spring Invite at Boone's Trace National Golf Club in Richmond, Ky…
Richie Snider pitching in gold UIS uniform
Mar 13, 2026
UIS Baseball Opens GLVC Play at William Jewell
Illinois Springfield baseball opens Great Lakes Valley Conference play this weekend with a four-game road series against William Jewell in Liberty, Mo. Due to…
Rachel McMullen running the bases in white UIS softball uniform
Mar 13, 2026
UIS Softball Opens GLVC Play with Split Against Truman State
Illinois Springfield (17-7, 1-1 GLVC) and Truman State (9-17, 1-1 GLVC) faced off in a conference doubleheader at the UIS Softball Field on Friday afternoon,…
Rosie Bartletti playing softball
Mar 12, 2026
UIS Softball Ready for First GLVC Weekend, Schedule Adjusted
The Illinois Springfield softball team opens its 2026 conference slate this weekend at home against Truman State with a noon and 2:00 p.m. doubleheader on…