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The Studierendenwerk Ost:Brandenburg, as a central institution for social infrastructure at the universities in southern and eastern Brandenburg, creates a comprehensive and supportive study environment. It supports the students of the Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde, the Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) and the Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg at the Cottbus, Senftenberg, Frankfurt (Oder) and Eberswalde locations.
The core services of the Studierendenwerk include the construction and management of catering facilities and student dormitories, as well as the administration and implementation of the Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (BAföG). In addition, it offers comprehensive social advice and support through childcare, job placement, support for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses, and the promotion of cultural and sporting activities. In this way, the Studierendenwerk makes a significant contribution to equal opportunities and successful studies.
The main mission of the Studierendenwerk is to create flexible and reliable social conditions at the universities, enabling students to study without worries and efficiently. It focuses on diversity, mutual respect and close cooperation with the universities in the region. The employees are considered the organization's most valuable asset, working with commitment and innovation in cross-functional teams to meet the diverse requirements.
In the area of sustainability, the Studierendenwerk Ost:Brandenburg is actively committed to introducing and promoting ecological and sustainable standards in the operation of dormitories and gastronomy. The aim is to make the use of resources sustainable and to bring responsible action in their environment closer to students.
With over 13,000 students supported and several thousand dormitories as well as numerous lunches per year, the Studierendenwerk plays an important role as a social service provider and partner in the Brandenburg university system. It is pursuing a future-proof orientation in order to continue to optimally meet the needs of students and increase their quality of life and studies.
This description concisely summarizes the diverse range of services, values and sustainability goals of the Studierendenwerk Ost:Brandenburg and highlights its central importance for the university landscape of the region [1][2][3][4][5][9].