The Battalion - March 28, 2019 by The Battalion

NO APRIL SILVER TAPS Silver Taps, typically held on the first Tuesday of each month during the fall and spring semesters, will not be observed this April. The ceremony honors Texas A&M students who have passed away since the previous Silver Taps. “To the best of our knowledge no student has passed away during the previous month,” said Student Assistance Services administrative coordinator Davanna Minter. “As a result, Silver Taps will not be observed on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.”

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Joseph Nagyvary has conducted extensive research on the types of wood used for violin fingerboards.

STRING THEORY Professor emeritus looks to change violin business with research on fingerboards By Shreya Rao @Shreyarao_ With 40 years of experience in violin research, Joseph Nagyvary’s passion for the instrument began during his childhood in Hungary. Before getting the chance to conduct his research, Nagyvary spent his youth wanting to learn the violin. Eventually, his passion for playing took another path. “I grew up during World War II in Hungary and as a child I wanted to learn the violin, but after the war there was a hunger in Hungary and my mother had to sell our violin for food,” Nagyvary said. “I had no chance to learn after that for many years. I had my first violin lesson in my escape from Hungary to Switzerland in 1966 after an uprising against the Russians. That’s when I had the first chance to learn the violin, but my teacher told me I was too old at 22, 23 to learn things. So then, I decided I would do some research and find out why the old Italian violins are so much better than the other violins.” When he came to Texas A&M in 1967, Nagyvary worked as an associate professor of biochemistry. When he received a research grant through the Texas Advanced Technology Program in 1980, he started his scientific work on violins. Nagyvary studied the technology of preservation of violins made by legendary master craftsmen Antonio Stradivari and Giuseppe Guarneri. He also started researching the modification of violin fingerboards in 1989, which he picked up again two years ago to continue his work. Currently, Nagyvary is looking to retrofit the material of fingerboards to improve the sound of the violin. He has concluded that the wood now used for violin fingerboards, like ebony, has a heavier weight and does not create the same sound of great violins like those of Stradivari and Guarneri, which are made of lighter woods like maple and poplar. “Originally, the old Italian famous [violins] did not use ebony,” Nagyvary said. “The old Italians used old Italy wood like maple, and those woods are much lighter. So my theory was that one should really go back to the lighter woods because we know that weight is not good for the sound of the violin.” VIOLINS ON PG. 4

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Then-sophomores Meagan Banowsky and Danielle Alford work in flower beds during The Big Event in 2017.

Big day for giving back Thousands of students set to serve community during The Big Event By Henry Mureithi @HenryMureithi5 On Saturday, Texas A&M students will be participating in The Big Event — the largest student-run single-day service project in the country. The program allows students to give back to residents in the Bryan-College Station community. This year, students

will be participating in a total of about 2,700 service projects. According to Molly Murphy, business honors and marketing junior and Big Event outreach executive, around 20,000 students typically register to participate in the Big Event. This year, the staff expects 19,000 students to volunteer in Saturday’s service projects. “Throughout the years, we’ve seen a continued commitment from A&M to want to be a part of something bigger than themselves, but to also want to connect with residents and the Bryan-College Sta-

tion community,” Murphy said. Murphy said the organizers try and assist as many B-CS residents as possible. “What I’ve been amazed by, for the most part, is how many residents sign up from word of mouth,” Murphy said. “Whereas in the past we’ve had to recruit residents pretty heavily, now it’s gotten to the place where we advertise the Big Event in places where residents frequent. But more than that, I feel so many residents are coming because of the referrals.” Murphy said Big Event reflects A&M’s BIG EVENT ON PG. 3

One Aggie to another Former tight end Campbell mentors players at Pro Day By Angel Franco @angelmadison_ There’s a saying at Texas A&M that the Aggie Network is strong. It’s widespread, and it can help both current and former students in many ways, including in the search for employment. For a few Aggies, one of the biggest days of their job hunt process happened Tuesday at the McFerrin Athletic Center. A&M football held its annual Pro Day, in which professional scouts from across the country visited Aggieland to find eligible players for the upcoming NFL Draft. Representatives from all 32 NFL teams, an NFL general manager and an Alliance of American Football general manager were in attendance. Seventeen players from the

2018 Texas A&M football team showcased their talents in hopes of landing on a professional football roster. One of the scouts in attendance was Dan Campbell, Class of 1999, who is currently an assistant head coach and tight-end position coach for the New Orleans Saints. “It feels great [to be back in College Station]; I don’t recognize this place,” Campbell said. “All the growth that has taken place and all the development — it’s pretty special.” The night before the Pro Day, Campbell said he was able to give advice to tight-ends Jace Sternberger and Trevor Wood as well as former 12th Man Cullen Gillaspia about the draft process because he’s been in their shoes before. “I flew in last night and met with those guys,” Campbell said. “I got to sit with them in the classroom and watch a little film.” Campbell says he does this to PRO DAY ON PG. 2

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Former 12th Man Cullen Gillaspia works with Dan Campbell during a tight end catching drill.

New crop on the block AgriLife studies methods to make artichoke farming more prevalent in Lone Star State By Giselle Warren @GiselleWarren16

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The Texas A&M Agrilife Research and Extension Canter at Uvalde is looking into new farming techniques to increase artichoke production in Texas.

Throughout Texas, artichokes are not a commonly produced crop. Texas A&M AgriLife is pushing to change that with new developments in farming techniques. The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Uvalde has been looking at several aspects of artichoke growth, from irrigation to nitrogen management in the soil, as well as seed quality to enhance germination. Researchers are developing and strengthening these techniques to produce more

quality products, which could lead to higher consumer acceptance. According to center director and professor of vegetable physiology Daniel Leskovar — who is leading these research efforts — making artichokes a more well-known product in Texas will boost the state economy. “Artichoke is a crop that is not known in Texas and is grown almost exclusively in California,” Leskovar said. “Artichoke is a plant that can thrive in our environment. It’s a plant that can produce different types of products that can bring high economic returns to farmers.” However, before Texas can reap the benefits of artichokes becoming a top commercial crop, growing techniques need to be thoroughly established. ARTICHOKES ON PG. 4

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Dan Campbell, Class of 1999, is the assistant head coach for the New Orleans Saints. Campbell worked with players during position drills on Pro Day.

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Junior pitcher Kendall Potts earned the win in the second game of a double header against Sam Houston State Wednesday at Davis Diamond.

Sweeping away the Bearkats Texas A&M softball is on a three game win streak after Wednesday’s victories By Hannah Underwood @hannahbunderwoo A late sixth inning rally led Texas A&M softball to a 5-4 win over Sam Houston State University, capping off Wednesday’s double-header sweep against the Bearkats. Sam Houston controlled much of game two against A&M, scoring twice in the fifth inning to set themselves up with a 4-0 lead. Facing a bases loaded situation, freshman Baylee Klingler kicked off the comeback for the Aggies with a single to center-field in the bottom of the fifth to allow freshman Kayla Garcia to score. Senior Riley Sartain hit her first career triple to right field to keep the momentum rolling in the sixth, and sophomore Dani Elder followed up with a single to bring Sartain home. Garcia used a single to center field to close in on the Bearkats’ lead, earning an RBI as Elder scored. A fielder’s choice allowed freshman Taudrea Sinnie to tie the game at 4-4. Junior Blake-Ann Fritsch notched the winning hit for the Aggies — a single to right field that sent sophomore Ashlynn Walls to third base, then home

on an error. Garcia led A&M with three hits, adding an RBI. Freshman Haley Lee and Klingler both followed with two hits, with Klingler also notching an RBI. Junior Kendall Potts earned the win on the mound for the Aggies, pitching four innings to allow three hits, two runs and four strikeouts. The Aggies faced three pitchers who combined to allow 13 hits and five runs while tossing three strikeouts. The first game of the double-header was a much different story. A&M took an early 2-0 lead in the first inning to win 4-3. Fritsch scored twice in the first game with two runs and two hits. Klingler also had two hits for the Aggies in game one, adding an RBI. A&M head coach Jo Evans gave credit to Sam Houston State for being ready to compete in backto-back games. “It is a really big midweek getting the opportunity to play two games,” Evans told 12thman.com “I am really impressed with what Garrett Valis is doing over there. I think they are well coached, and he made some really good decisions out there. I thought they played very well.” The Aggies will host Brigham Young University on Friday and Saturday for another double-header starting at 6 p.m.

help players relax before the start of a very stressful process during Pro Day. “You get their personality to come out a little bit,” Campbell said. “You get a little more comfortable with them and they open up to you a little bit — then you feed them steak. … I think that helps.” Sternberger, who played for the Aggies for one season, said he was able to meet Campbell in Indianapolis earlier this season. However, being able to meet with him again at their alma mater helped Sternberger feel a lot better heading into Pro Day. “I had a formal meeting with him at the [NFL] Combine,” Sternberger said. “The emotions were a little more intense. They told me he was an Aggie. Even though I haven’t been here a long time, I felt assurance like ‘okay, and at least I’m not as worried.’” Campbell was one of the few coaches who was actively working with the players during position drills. For Sternberger, it was an opportunity of a lifetime to work with someone like Campbell. “I feel like any time you get to work with someone who is doing the profession you dream of and they’ve done it for a long time in the NFL, I feel that it’s hard as a player to ever question someone like that,” Sternberger said. “You work your whole life to do what they’re doing, so how could you not listen to them or enjoy the moment.” During Pro Day, Gillaspia showcased his athleticism at several different positions — as a linebacker, fullback, running back with the special teams and at tight end. According to Gillasipa, having someone like Campbell coaching him through a new position like tight end made him feel a lot more confident. “It was good to have him on my side,” Gillaspia said. “We had dinner, so we got to talk. He knew I wasn’t a tight end. I hadn’t run that stuff before, so he was working with me, kind of telling me the footwork and the stuff to do. It was good to have someone on your side.” A&M head coach Jimbo Fisher was in attendance for the Aggies’ Pro Day, watching his first group of A&M players make the transition to the professional level. Fisher said Tuesday was the first time he met Campbell, and he liked seeing what an active presence he had on the field. “He’s a down to earth guy,” Fisher said. “Guys that have played it, coached it and been there a long time they can make you feel at ease like that. [Campbell is] very successful in everything he’s done. Not just as a player here, but as a coach.” Only time will tell if Aggie Network will play a role in these recent A&M players’ journey to NFL. However, Campbell said if the Saints were considering taking an A&M player in the NFL Draft, he would not hesitate to argue for one of the three players he met this week. “I’d take all three of them,” Campbell said. “I thought they represented themselves well.”

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‘Us’ struggles to find its voice Jordan Peele’s latest commentary isn’t as sharp as it could be Cole Fowler @thecolefowler

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Jordan Peele’s “Us” was released on March 22.

BIG EVENT CONTINUED value of selfless service and the relationships that can be built around that value. “By essence, a relationship is about being about the other person and giving of oneself to the other,” Murphy said. “That is why relationships are able to be built on the day of the Big Event — because we are giving ourselves to the other. Whether that’s through our time, our conversations, the things that we are doing — we are giving them ourselves.” In addition to A&M, Florida State University students will be simultaneously holding a Big Event on Saturday. In all, approximately 125 Big Events are held throughout the year by schools and universities across the U.S. “The mission behind Big Event and its growth at A&M is how do we get more students or residents to sign up so that we can all be a part of this?” Murphy said. “But more than that,

fter his widely popular 2017 film, “Get Out,” Jordan Peele’s sophomore film, “Us,” continues Peele’s dissection of American culture. Even after its first weekend at the box office, “Us” has proven that Peele is established at the forefront of pop culture, and his creativity will continue to thrive within Hollywood. While Peele’s creativity is reassuring to the future of Hollywood, each of his films — “Us” especially — lack the necessary poignancy to depict the nature of his social commentary. Conceptually, Peele is clearly a master of the creative process and an excellent storyteller, but his creativity is significantly held back by the American fetishization of explanation. With the heavy-handedness of a title such as “Us,” it is no surprise that elements of the film aren’t nearly as sharp as they could or should be. This is not necessarily an issue with Peele’s filmmaking ability, but rather the current the climate in which

Peele is making films. Search any Hollywood release that is remotely reflective in any way, and one of the suggested searches is bound to have “ending explained” somewhere in the search. This culture of packaged answers and hand-holding through politically or socially important art frustratingly mutes the impact of Peele’s underlying message. Throughout the film, his message has been drilled into the audience so much that by the end of the runtime there is hardly any message left. However, as much as Peele is certainly a victim of the current American climate of Hollywood film, he certainly does not remove himself from the worrying trends. His screenplay is surprisingly tame, albeit much funnier in comparison to his previous work, and many lines of dialogue are infuriating. The prime example of Peele’s inability to get out of the Hollywood expository mindset is an exchange in which the humans in the story ask the “Tethered” who they are, and their response is “We are Americans.” Peele has proven himself as a sharply subtle writer, so the lacking elements of his screenplay are surprising. Despite the overarching

issues with Peele’s message, the film has some great components. Lupita Nyong’o’s performance as Adelaide Wilson and her “Tethered” counterpart, Red, is fantastic to watch. Her work anchors the film’s tone and captures the audience’s attention for the entirety of the runtime. Tim Heidecker also provides a great performance as Josh Tyler and his counterpart, Tex, that seems like a continuation of his famous role from Rick Alverson’s “The Comedy.” With the killer horror remix of “I Got 5 on It” and the creativity of Peele, “Us” could have been much more than its scattered final product. Peele has quickly established himself within Hollywood, and he certainly has a great career ahead of him. While Peele hasn’t mastered the subtly required for a relevant social commentary, his creativity simply cannot be overlooked. He is one of the only Hollywood directors who brings a level of invigorating, creative storytelling, and while his first two films lack the necessary technique of a complete film, his potential is clearly evident. Cole Fowler is an English junior and a columnist for The Battalion.

how do we get other schools and entities and communities to do this — to commit one day to do the same thing?” Murphy said the executive staff comes up with and receives numerous ideas related to the Big Event and its future. Some suggestions have been improvements that the staff has managed to implement, and others have been avenues for expanding the Big Event concept. “One of the changes we’ve made this year that we are going to continue on is creating the ‘One Big Thank’ conference and empowering other schools and other entities to be leaders in this selfless service movement,” Murphy said. Computer science sophomore Kade Flitton said the experience of participating in Big Event has been one of his most cherished memories from A&M so far. “What stood out to me was the scale of it,” Flitton said. “Everybody was just there to do good for the community. Cassie Sticker — THE BATTALION Seeing the community of A&M come together to do good is Then finance sophomore Danielle Alford helps spread mulch incredible.” in flower beds with her Big Event group in 2017.

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The Sky is Not the Limit Gerry Griffin ’56 helped send men to the moon and taught us an important lesson about “impossible.”

Tyson Voelkel ‘96 @TysonVoelkel Howdy Ags, This year, July 24th will mark the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon. If you were born in the last half-century, you’ve never known a world before lunar exploration. You have no doubt read about the moon landings in every history class, seen them play out on screen a dozen times and absorbed every image, sound and quote about them until they have become another simple fact of life. Gerry Griffin ’56 has a different perspective. Not only does he remember a time when landing on the moon was an outrageous goal, but he also remembers being part of the team that made it happen. In the 1950s, Griffin enrolled at Texas A&M University in the Corps of Cadets with the intention of enlisting in the military soon after. When he graduated in 1956, tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union were approaching an all-time high. A year later, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first man-made satellite to orbit the Earth, and kicked off the space race. Griffin was a U.S. Air Force officer at the time, and he knew then that he wanted to help take his country to the final frontier. In 1964, Griffin joined hundreds of engineers and scientists at NASA to help conduct the iconic Apollo missions, which took men to the moon

and back. He acted as a flight director on every Apollo mission, including Apollo 8, which first sent men into lunar orbit, and Apollo 11, in which men first landed on the moon’s surface. When a massive oxygen tank failure threatened the lives of the three crew members aboard Apollo 13, Griffin’s team executed a critical maneuver to get those astronauts safely back on Earth’s soil before time ran out. If Aggies today can learn anything from stories like Griffin’s, it is that great advancements don’t occur spontaneously. They come from dedicated people who work diligently to do what has never been done before. Griffin didn’t leave college knowing how to send people to the moon, but he nevertheless had faith that he and his team could get the job done—and he credits his Texas A&M education with inspiring that faith in him. To give back to the university, Griffin recently donated his Aggie ring, which traveled to the moon aboard Apollo 12, to be displayed in the renovated and expanded Zachry Engineering Education Complex. If you get the opportunity to see his ring on display, take a long look at it and remember all the Aggies who have come before us and the lives they have impacted. Remember that what we do here at Texas A&M matters and how you choose to use your skills matters: The sky is not the limit. You decide how far you can go from here. Thanks and Gig ’em, Tyson Voelkel ’96 President, Texas A&M Foundation

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Since the lighter woods Nagyvary uses for fingerboards are relatively soft, he works on ways to harden their surface.

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Francis Leger, artist in residence and research at Texas A&M - Central Texas, collaborates with Nagyvary through the Music Performance Research Lab when evaluating instruments and collecting wood chips. “At this point, there’s just any number of things that he has contributed to the field,” Leger said. “He’s done a lot of research with respect to varnishes for string instruments and the kind of woods and treatments that were used to preserve the wood for the violins or string instruments that were made.” Violin maker and appraiser Charles Ervin was first introduced to Nagyvary through a local Cremonese newspaper while he was living in Cremona, Italy, enrolled in violin-making school and teaching English. After meeting

ARTICHOKES CONTINUED Horticultural sciences system physiologist Vijay Joshi said without established methods, artichokes could not be made profitable. “To make it commercialized or marketable, you need to standardize the growing parameters,” Joshi said. “You cannot just jump-start this production based on whatever producers

in 1976, Ervin said their collaborative relationship has been of singular value throughout his violin-making career. “Texas A&M’s support for Dr. Nagyvary’s violin research has been an important factor in his ability to persist in and expand his range of interests pertaining to the acoustic qualities of the classical violins,” Erwin said. Nagyvary started making violin fingerboards with his associate Guang-Yue Chen, who joined him from Beijing in 1989. Violin dealers told Nagyvary that the violin business would never accept the kind of fingerboards he was creating because the lighter woods had a softer texture. To combat this issue, Nagyvary decided to work on two different methods to harden the surface of his fingerboards. The first method was using the fat of the Urushi tree, which solidifies when ripe. The second method

includes using super glue since it hardens quickly. Nagyvary said his research is getting attention due to current efforts to ban the use of ebony since it is a rainforest wood under environmental protection in many parts of the world. “I know from experience that the violin business is very old fashioned and very conservative in many ways,” Nagyvary said. “Not much will happen for the next few months, but my prediction for the next five years [is] I will teach violin makers how to do this work. This will be a major business for all the violin shops of the world. I assume there will be enormous response in a few years worldwide. Eventually all the fingerboards will be changed back from current ebony to lighter wood for the single reason that the sound is more of Stradivari’s original violins.”

have. If you want to have commercial production, you need to find out the specifics, and you need to standardize these different things one at a time before you can even think about commercial production.” Media relations specialist Paul Schattenberg said newly developed growing strategies will benefit consumers and farmers alike. “Development of year-round management strategies focused on produc-

ing artichoke heads in the spring and fall in areas of the state will give producers a positive market opportunity to sell their product at the best possible price,” Schattenberg said. “The researchers are hoping Texas retailers and consumers will see the advantage of buying locally produced artichoke heads. This would be of economic benefit to many Texas producers and help create a new product market to further enhance Texas agriculture.

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