This is the 8662nd most frequent Japanese word.
新潟大
"新潟大" is the abbreviated form of "新潟大学" (Niigata University), a national university in Niigata, Japan.
In this sentence, 新潟大 specifies the institution the students belong to, providing context to their identity.
新潟大の学生たちは地域活動に積極的に参加しています。
Students from Niigata University actively participate in community activities.
Here, 新潟大 identifies the institution housing the mentioned faculty, emphasizing its expertise in a specific academic area.
新潟大の文学部は特に日本文化の研究で知られています。
The Faculty of Letters at Niigata University is particularly known for its research on Japanese culture.
Here, 新潟大 refers to Niigata University, indicating the physical location where the event took place.