das Studierendenwerk
Translation
student services, student affairs office, student union
Examples
Die Mensa wird vom Studierendenwerk betrieben.
The cafeteria is run by the student services organization.
Man beantragt BAföG beim Studierendenwerk.
You apply for BAföG (student loan) at the student services office.
Grammar Patterns
((das Studierendenwerk)) use as a subject/object The Studierendenwerk offers counseling.
Similar Words
Studentenwerk (older term), student affairs office
Etymology
Compounded from 'Studierenden' (of the students) and 'Werk' (work, plant, organization).
Memory Tips
Visualize a central 'workshop' (Werk) that builds and maintains student life essentials like dorms and cafeterias.