Mediocre Student Scholarships Greg Forbes Siegman offers scholarships to Chicago students from low and middle income families with only average grades. These students, Siegman says, demonstrate an impressive work ethic and overcame obstacles to success. This year's scholarships will be given out tonight. Liane Hansen talks to Siegman about how he began his effort to help needy students.

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Greg Forbes Siegman offers scholarships to Chicago students from low and middle income families with only average grades. These students, Siegman says, demonstrate an impressive work ethic and overcame obstacles to success. This year's scholarships will be given out tonight. Liane Hansen talks to Siegman about how he began his effort to help needy students.