The Studentenwerk Frankfurt (Oder) is responsible for creating a social infrastructure for the universities in South and Eastern Brandenburg. To this end, it manages catering facilities and residential complexes, provides student support measures, in particular the implementation of the Federal Training Assistance Act and the granting of loans, and provides advice and assistance in social and cultural areas. With this range of services, the Studentenwerk is an important part of the German higher education system for more equal opportunities and efficiency in studies .