Studentenwerk Hannover

The Studentenwerk Hannover is a social service provider that has been supporting students in Hannover and the surrounding area since 1921. It offers a wide range of services to ensure the economic, social, health and cultural support of students.

• Accommodation: The Studentenwerk operates over 2,400 places in 19 student residences, which are almost fully furnished[1][5].
• Food and Drink: It operates numerous canteens and cafeterias, where almost 1.9 million meals are prepared annually[5].
• Advice and Social Affairs: The Studentenwerk offers social counseling, support for international students and help with study financing[1][3].
• BAföG Administration: It is responsible for processing BAföG applications[1][3].

The main mission of the Studentenwerk is to support and promote students in all areas of life. It operates according to the principles of non-profit status and self-administration, with students also being involved in the decision-making processes[3].

Although specific sustainability goals are not explicitly mentioned, the Studentenwerk demonstrates a commitment to the future viability of students through the continuous expansion of its services and infrastructure. It is currently building three new dormitories with over 400 additional places to meet the growing demand for student housing[5].

The Studentenwerk Hannover is a central partner for students in the region by providing a comprehensive social infrastructure and continuously adapting to the needs of students.

• 1 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studentenwerk_Hannover
• 2 - https://www.studentenwerk-hannover.de/en/company/overview