Who are we?
The Penn Professional Staff Assembly (PPSA) is a volunteer organization comprised of monthly-paid staff members whose positions enhance, facilitate, and serve the teaching, research, and service missions of the University of Pennsylvania.
Click here to find out more about the PPSA.
Officers
PPSA is only possible thanks to the efforts of staff members across the University. To see a list of Chairs and Members, check out the Officers’ section.
2026-2027 Penn Professional Staff Assembly (PPSA) Nominations Now Open!
The Penn Professional Staff Assembly (PPSA) offers an excellent opportunity for professional development, networking, and making an impact. If you wish to enhance your leadership abilities, broaden your network, or become more involved at the University of Pennsylvania, consider being a candidate on the 2026-2027 election slate. Learn more here.
News & Events
The Penn Professional Staff Assembly is involved in a variety of events for the Penn community. For more information, please see the list below, or click on the News & Events page.
News and Announcements
- 2026-2027 Penn Professional Staff Assembly (PPSA) Nominations Now Open!
- Update on Open Expression – online feedback due May 18
- Summer 2026 Master in Law (ML) Courses for Penn Professionals (Register through June 8)
- Join TEAM Penn Public Safety (Are We There Yet?) for the 2026 Ben To The Shore Charity Bike Ride
- Call for Volunteers: Staff Grievance Panelists
- Penn’s FY25 Sustainability Progress Report
- firstServices (Penn Student Agencies – University Life): Dry Cleaning on Campus
Your News & Events
Does your department or organization have news that you would like to share with the PPSA community? Are you hosting an event that is open to the PPSA community? Let us know! You can reply to the weekly PPSA newsletter, or you can email the Tri-Chairs.
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Contact Us
If you’d like to join PPSA, receive our newsletter, or share an issue with the Board, you can do so via the Contact Us section of the website.