From January 26 to 29, 2026, the Spring Festival Meets Campus Series — Silk Road Elegant Gathering was successfully held in Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Sharjah. The events received strong support from the Government of Ras Al Khaimah, the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah University, the American University of Sharjah, the Confucius Institute at the University of Dubai, Yuxiangyuan Traditional Culture Pavilion, and the UAE Chinese Qipao Association. Nearly 1000 teachers and students participated in the series of cultural exchange and experiential activities.

Consul General Ou Boqian delivered a speech at the event. She noted that the Spring Festival originated in China but belongs to the world, serving as a vivid bridge for civilizational exchanges. She expressed her hope that through these activities, teachers and students at UAE universities could experience the charm of Chinese culture in an immersive way, fostering deeper understanding and appreciation. 

Chancellor Larson of the American University of Sharjah, Vice Chancellor AlShami of the  Fujairah University, and Professor Mura from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah also spoke at the events. They highlighted that the activities provided students with a platform to learn from one another and celebrate the festival together, effectively connecting people from different cultural backgrounds and further enriching the humanistic dimension of higher education.