das Studierendenwerk
Translation
student services organisation, student union, student welfare services
Examples
Das Studierendenwerk betreibt die Mensen.
The student services organisation runs the canteens.
Man kann beim Studierendenwerk BAföG beantragen.
You can apply for BAföG (student grant) at the student services organisation.
Grammar Patterns
das Studierendenwerk student services organisation The Studierendenwerk helps the students.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Studentenwerk (older term)
Etymology
From 'Studierenden' (of the students) + 'Werk' (work, organisation). Literally 'students' organisation'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the central 'workshop' (Werk) that 'works' on solving students' practical problems like housing and food.