Is eating at the cafeteria a luxury?

In the *Frankfurter Allgemeine* column "Uni live," columnist Tom Konjer offers what we consider an apt summary of the current state of university canteens and student services organizations in Germany.
After all, in our view, the university canteen is more than just a place to eat—it is an integral part of the student experience.
Rising prices are making it increasingly difficult for many students to afford a hot lunch. While other countries, such as France, provide greater support for their canteens, Germany often lacks the necessary subsidies from the state level.
Affordable canteen meals are not a luxury; they are part of the social infrastructure at higher education institutions.
A student's education should not be thwarted by financial constraints, and affordable canteen dining fosters equal opportunity, community, and inclusion.
Food should not be a luxury—not even for students!
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