Spirit & Traditions Board

AU’s Premier Community Building Event Organization

AU’s Premier Community Building Event Organization

The Spirit & Traditions Board (STB) helps plan events that bring students from different backgrounds together and find ways to acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional students who contribute to AU's success. Our goal is to unite the university community through our efforts. We organize events and projects that celebrate AU's traditions and values, and promote a strong feeling of pride and belonging.

Upcoming Events

Previous Events & Initiatives

Connect With Us

  • American University Main Campus

    Mary Graydon Center, Suite 225

  • STB is Currently Hiring for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!

    Applications open May 18 - June 1 for deputy directors. General Staff applications open June 22 - July 6.

    APPLY HERE

  • If you are a member of the Media, please reach out to our Deputy Director of Communications here.

Emily Moro, Director of the Spirit & Traditions Board

Emily Moro is a double major in Interdisciplinary Studies (CLEG) and Political Science at AU, where she is also pursuing a certificate in Women, Policy, and Political Leadership. Her passion for corporate law, education equity, and youth financial literacy drives her work both on and off campus. Emily got her start with the Spirit and Traditions Board through the Student Activity Council, where she currently serves as Co-Chair. She is also the Founder and President of Financial Literacy at AU and Deputy Director for the Center for Advocacy and Student Equity.

On campus, Emily has held leadership roles across various organizations and serves as a program leader, facilitating ethical debates and guiding students through topics in business and AI.

Off-campus, Emily has worked in academic mentorship, legal sales operations, and finance. Emily is a recipient of several prestigious scholarships, including the Dell Scholar Award and the Gloria W. Brown Endowed Scholarship. In her free time, she enjoys community organizing, mentoring, and cheering on her favorite South Florida sports teams.

Our Deputy Directors

  • Deputy Director for Operations and Finance

  • Deputy Director for Communiations

  • Deputy Director for Campus Engagement

  • Deputy Director for Production

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