KENNESAW, Ga. | Aug 14, 2025

Dr. Luc Guglielmi has been appointed as Kennesaw State University’s ombudsperson, marking a strategic organizational shift to a full-time, dedicated position aimed at fostering a respectful and collaborative campus environment.

Committed to promoting fairness and openness across the university, the Office of the Ombuds serves as a neutral and confidential resource for the KSU community. Operating outside of formal university channels, the office offers impartial support including listening carefully to concerns, answering questions to support situation analysis, reviewing and explaining relevant university policies or regulations, helping to explore available resolution options, conducting informal reviews and making referrals, and facilitating discussions to support resolution and understanding.

Previously, the Office of the Ombuds was staffed by two faculty members serving in a part-time capacity. The organizational change aligns with KSU’s strategic plan, which emphasizes fostering a culture of trust, engagement, and accountability. Strengthening the Office of the Ombuds supports these priorities by ensuring the university community has access to a reliable and confidential resource for resolving concerns and promoting constructive dialogue.

“The Ombuds role is a cornerstone of KSU’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement,” President Kathy S. Schwaig said. “Dr. Guglielmi’s leadership will further enhance the office’s impact and visibility across campus, and we are proud to support this important work.”

Dr. Guglielmi has served in a part-time capacity within the Office of the Ombuds at KSU since 2021 and has been a member of the faculty since 2006. His academic contributions include teaching in multiple departments, coordinating the French program, and directing multiple study abroad initiatives in Belgium and France through the European Council of the University System of Georgia (now USG Goes Global).

“I am dedicated to serving the KSU community as a neutral, confidential, informal, and independent entity,” Guglielmi said. “My door is always open to ensure a fair, respectful, non-judgmental environment for all. I am the person to go to when someone doesn't know where to go.”

Find out more about the services provided by the KSU Office of the Ombuds.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.