1. The cultural function of higher education is embodied in the inheritance and protection of cultural heritage. As the inheritor and protector of knowledge, colleges and universities pass on traditional cultural knowledge to students by offering relevant courses and holding academic seminars, so that they can have a deeper understanding of traditional culture.

2. The cultural function of higher education is also reflected in cultivating innovative talents. Colleges and universities pay attention to cultivating students' innovative thinking and ability, and stimulate students' creativity and innovative potential by offering innovative courses and organizing innovative practice activities. This innovative education can not only cultivate talents with innovative spirit and ability, but also promote social scientific and technological progress and cultural innovation.

3. The cultural function of higher education is also reflected in promoting cultural exchange and integration. Higher education institutions can promote cultural exchange and integration between different countries and regions by offering cross-cultural exchange courses and organizing international academic exchange activities. This cultural exchange and integration can not only enhance mutual understanding and respect between different cultures, but also promote the development and protection of cultural diversity.

4. The cultural function of higher education is also reflected in cultivating civic awareness and social responsibility. Higher education institutions pay attention to cultivating students' sense of social responsibility and civic awareness. By offering civic education courses and organizing social practice, students can understand social problems and social needs and cultivate their sense of social participation and social responsibility.

The concept of culture and related knowledge

1. Culture is the spiritual wealth of human society and the sum of material and spiritual achievements created by human beings in the long-term historical development. It includes language, religion, art, science, philosophy, morality, law, customs and so on.

2. Culture is the spiritual home of a nation. Every nation has its own unique cultural traditions and values, which constitute its spiritual pillar and sense of identity. Through the inheritance and development of culture, people can better understand their roots and identity, and enhance their self-confidence and self-esteem.

3. Culture is the soft power of a society. A country or region is rich in cultural resources and unique cultural characteristics, which can improve its international influence and competitiveness. At the same time, cultural exchange is also an important way to promote mutual understanding and friendly cooperation between different countries.

4. Culture is an individual's spiritual pursuit. Everyone should have his own cultural accomplishment and aesthetic taste, which can not only enrich his life experience, but also improve his comprehensive quality and interpersonal skills. By studying and appreciating excellent cultural works, people can feel the power of beauty and the light of wisdom, thus enhancing their emotional realm and life realm.

5. Culture is the memory and symbol of an era. Each era has its own cultural symbols and cultural representatives, reflecting the social outlook and people's living conditions at that time. Through the study and interpretation of these cultural symbols and representatives, we can better understand the development of history and the progress of human civilization.