The memory and generosity of two passionate advocates for regional higher education will be honoured at the annual scholarship ceremony at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Wagga Wagga.The annual ceremony, starting at 4.30pm on Thursday 19 May, will celebrate the academic achievements and endeavours of more than 100 students enrolled in business, arts, education and science courses at CSU in Wagga Wagga.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.Another new donor is the CSU Bushpigs Football Club, providing a scholarship to help a gifted footballer succeed at both academic and sporting endeavours. The new scholarship is partially funded from the generous donations received from the Club's supporters and former players.Other local businesses and organisations will also present scholarships to deserving students to assist them in their studies.CSU Foundation administers over 300 scholarships annually, 73 of which will be presented at the ceremony in Wagga Wagga.CSU will award more than $1.2 million in scholarships in 2016 to help students reach their full potential.