UIS Prairie Stars

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.

UIS Prairie Stars

Campus Recreation

The Department of Campus Recreation provides recreational and wellness opportunities to enrich the lives of our students and the UIS community. We are also an Institutional Member of the NIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation.

The UIS campus sports multiple indoor and outdoor facilities:

  • The Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC)
  • Cricket Field
  • Challenge Course
  • Disc Golf Course
  • Kiwanis Stadium Basketball Court
  • REC Park
  • South Fields
  • Sport Club Field
  • Student Life Build Gymnasium
  • Tennis Courts

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.

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.

Fitness & Wellness

The state-of-the-art Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC) is a 72,000 square-foot facility managed by the Department of Campus Recreation and houses the offices of UIS Intercollegiate Athletics.  TRAC boasts a 23,000 square-foot arena available for multiple indoor sports, three fitness areas, a Multi-Purpose Room and two racquetball/squash courts. TRAC also serves as the home of UIS Men’s and Women’s Basketball and UIS Women’s Volleyball.

To help promote health and fitness, Campus Recreation offers personal training, fitness assessments, group fitness and a campus-wide wellness initiative that promotes wellness in all aspects of life.

students canoeing

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.


Athletics Events

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University of Illinois-Springfield Men's Track and Field Jim Vargo Invite
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University of Illinois-Springfield Softball vs McKendree - #WeAreStars GamesStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Baseball at Upper IowaStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Softball vs McKendree - #WeAreStars GamesStreaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/uis/
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University of Illinois-Springfield Women's Soccer vs Greenville
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University of Illinois-Springfield Baseball at Upper Iowa Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/

Athletics News

Mar 30, 2025
Ryan Jones led the way for the Prairie Stars men's track and field team at the Big Blue Alumni Invite on Saturday. UIS had a strong showing, highlighted by…
Mar 30, 2025
The Illinois Springfield softball team split its doubleheader against Lincoln on Sunday, improving to 22-13 overall and 10-6 in GLVC play. Game one was a…
Mar 30, 2025
The UIS women's golf team returns to action Monday and Tuesday at the Flyers Spring Invitational, hosted by Lewis at Cantigny Golf Club in Wheaton, Ill. The…
Mar 30, 2025
UIS men's golf resumes its spring season at the Flyers Spring Invitational on Monday and Tuesday at Cantigny Golf Club in Wheaton, Ill. The Prairie Stars will…
Mar 30, 2025
The UIS Baseball team picked up two more wins against Lincoln on Saturday afternoon, winning 9-1 in the first game and 10-0 in the second game via run-rule.…
Mar 29, 2025
The UIS baseball team secured two convincing victories over the Lincoln Blue Tigers on Friday, winning 24-8 in a run-rule shortened seven-inning game and 13-6…