The memory and generosity of two passionate advocates for regional higher education will be honoured at this year's major scholarship ceremony at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga.The annual ceremony, starting at 5.30pm on Wednesday 18 May, celebrates the academic achievements and endeavours of current students enrolled in business, education and science courses at CSU in Albury-Wodonga in the CD Blake Auditorium at Thurgoona.This year, the event will hold special significance as CSU Foundation Trust welcomes the receipt of a bequest of over $3 million from Carole and Stan Droder.Other new donors presenting prizes at this year's ceremony include the Westpac Corporation and the Rand-Walbundrie Football Club.They will be joined by other local businesses and organisations in presenting scholarships to deserving students to assist them in their studies.CSU Foundation administers over 300 scholarships annually, 39 of which will be awarded at the Albury ceremony.CSU Foundation recognises that by giving rural and regional students in Australia fair access to higher education, CSU can develop professionals who have experience in regional areas and further afield, which will help them to maintain and develop healthy local economies and vibrant communities.This year across all campuses, CSU will award more than $1.2 million in scholarships to help students reach their full potential.