“I don't necessarily think that he deserves it. There were some inaccuracies in his film, and other people have been doing the same research. National Geographic has been at it for years. They should get the award.”

— Joe Hermens, Quincy University junior, Quincy, Ill.

“No. I don't think he does. There's nothing about what he's done that is significant to the average person.”

— Teresa Brizendine, respiratory therapist, Portland, Ore.

“I think he probably does. I really wouldn't know for sure without knowing who else was nominated. But he's doing good work and raising environmental awareness more than anyone else has.”

— Andy Kroeker, bar manager, Lawrence

“No, I don't think so. I think what he's done has been good, and it was a great film, but I think there are a lot of people who have done a lot more.”

— Andrea Kirchoff, Kansas University sophomore, Brookfield, Wis.