University Professional Leadership Staff
MICHAEL WARREN II | C’20 |PSA Alum ’20
Program Manager, Penn Student Agencies
Michael is responsible for the overall management and operation of all student-run businesses within Penn Student Agencies (PSA). He is the direct supervisor of all student leadership — which includes agency directors and the executive suite — and a full-time Financial Assistant, with indirect supervision of 100+ student staff. His role focuses on entrepreneurial/small business experiential training and mentorship for students while advising them on staff management, coaching, training, administrative and HR responsibilities (recruiting, hiring, onboarding), marketing, customer service, and fiscal responsibility. Michael reports to the Associate Director of Community Engagement & Student Development.
CORA BRIGHT
Financial & Administrative Assistant, Penn Student Agencies
Cora provides administrative and financial support to Penn Student Agencies (PSA) through oversight of accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, and onboarding functions. She also serves in a supplementary role providing direction and advisement to students.
AMBER DECKER
Associate Director of Community Engagement & Student Development, University Life
Amber is responsible for the overall management of student leadership, development, programs, and support for University Life Space and Events (most notably Penn’s student union – Houston Hall). She leads the Coordinator for Community and Student Engagement in the selection, supervision, scheduling, training, and evaluation of the student building supervisor and welcome desk ambassador staffs and provides direction and support to the Operations Coordinator team.
Amber works closely and collaboratively with University Life colleagues to ensure alignment with divisional priorities and vision around student care, student development, and student leadership.