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 Softball at Rockhurst University
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University of Illinois-Springfield Softball at Rockhurst University
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University of Illinois-Springfield Baseball at University of Missouri - St. Louis
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University of Illinois-Springfield Baseball at University of Missouri - St. Louis
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University of Illinois-Springfield Baseball at University of Missouri - St. Louis
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University of Illinois-Springfield Women's Tennis vs Drury University

Athletics News

Aug 31, 2021
The Illinois baseball team announced Monday they will be playing the University of Illinois Springfield. The game will not count towards the official 56-game…
Aug 31, 2021
Tyler Pence is the head cross country and track coach at the University of Illinois Springfield. He spoke with Community Voices about his career and sticking…
Aug 13, 2021
The University of Illinois Springfield named Laura Liesman Director of Athletics. “I am thrilled to join the UIS community," Liesman said. "I want to thank…
Jul 28, 2021
The University of Illinois Springfield has filled two head coaching vacancies, the school announced on Monday. Kamille Jones will take over for Trey…
Jul 07, 2021
Longtime collegiate soccer coach Aydin Gonulsen, who led the then-Sangamon State University men's soccer teams to three national championships, has died. He…
Jun 23, 2021
A baseball season that was in jeopardy just six short months ago turned out pretty well for the Springfield area. Start with Springfield High School's…