The Confucius Institute at WKU:

Engages in outreach to local educational institutions, businesses, government and community members.
Offers cultural programming, language education and K-12 summer programs.
Provides teacher training, professional development opportunities, and language proficiency exams for students, teachers and the community.
Encourages WKU students to travel and study in China by offering study abroad scholarships.
Works to strengthen library holdings of scholarly work on China.
Enhances understanding and appreciation for the Chinese language and culture by sponsoring exhibits, performances (music, opera, theater), and an artist-in-residence program.