The board members of the Hello Kitty Club stand ready to greet members at their November 3rd meeting (left to right: Natalie Chaparro, Julia Kersey, Kayla Chatman). Photo credit: Valeria Vallejo.
Since October 2024, the KSU Hello Kitty Club has been a source of joy and fun for all the Sanrio-loving students on Kennesaw Campus. The organization hosts Sanrio-themed events that manufacture a safe space for everyone on campus to enjoy.
On Nov. 3, 2026, the club hosted their bingo night.
With delicious cinnamon rolls, soft music playing in the background and the inviting atmosphere, the Hello Kitty Club proved to be the epitome of kawaii vibes on campus.
Julia Kersey, whose favorite Sanrio character is Chocokat, started the organization when she saw a Reddit thread stating that Kennesaw State University needed a Hello Kitty Club. At first, she started as a secretary, then later was promoted to president, where she registered it as an official club.
Kersey is proud of her work as the founder of Hello Kitty Club, but it was far from easy.
“I had to learn how to be a president at first,” Kersey said. She went on to explain that, besides the struggle of being a founder, she finds it delightful to plan events and spark joy.
Kersey was tasked with creating a team perfect for spreading the positivity needed for Hello Kitty Club. She selected Kayla Chatman as the president, whose favorite Sanrio character is Hello Kitty, and Natalie Chaparro as the vice president, whose favorite Sanrio character is Charmmy Kitty.
Like the role of founder, the presidential roles are also as time consuming. Chaparro explained that being a vice president is a lot of work but believes all the appreciation should be owed to the Kayla.
This gratuity towards each other shows the overall spirit and kindness that the club is about. Additionally, the appreciation that the leadership council has for each other’s efforts demonstrates the kind nature of the club. As the president, Chatman wants the lasting impact of Hello Kitty Club to be a safe space where anyone can come and feel comfortable.
The Hello Kitty Club is an excellent way for anyone who loves Sanrio to get involved with other students on campus, and it’s an amazing way to make lasting friendships. If you’re looking for a kind, laid back community, Hello Kitty Club is the place to go.
