The collection consists of documents, guides, and photographs pertaining to the SSU/UIS Athletic Department ranging from the 1970's into 2005. The documents include but are not limited to: resolutions, sports guides, record books, NAIA eligibility certificates, brochures, news articles, statistics and score sheets.

The pictures in the collection consist of action photos from various university sport games and events, team photos, player profile pictures, coaching staff, and various candid pictures of the Athletic Department. The majority of the photographs in the collection are 4X6 colored photographs, with other pictures in black and white. Some files also include photo negatives, photo CD's, and diskettes.