WKU has grown throughout its 100-year history to be a regional university with international reach. WKU is uniquely positioned to dramatically enhance economic development initiatives that benefit the region and the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
The Office of Research focuses on developing and implementing needs-driven solutions by leveraging the resources and capabilities of the University, its strategic partners from private industry, business assistance groups, and government.
A major focus of the Office of Research is on technology and business innovation, business development, and sustainable development and growth for small and medium sized enterprises.
Below are links to the basic elements that are the core of economic development at WKU.
Ribbon Cutting
Pure Power Technologies
April 20, 2012
