Posted Nov. 19, 2020, 9:44 a.m. by Cadet T'Saie (Doctor) (Callie L)
Posted by Lieutenant Commander Vanessa Lofton (Counselor) in CNS Office - Duty Evaluation
<snip>T’Saie managed to muster a friendly facial expression which she held as the counsellor proceeded to make conversation, her Vulcan language skills had made a good impression.
Tea in hand she responded, “The Expeditionary Group was my initial choice, particularly as I was encouraged to pursue a career with them and to attend the Vulcan Science Academy,” she took a sip of tea, “However, I believe that my skills would be of more use with Starfleet as I understand they have a more.. overarching influence throughout the galaxy and I would have further opportunities to complete my work..” She paused for a second almost as if she was hesitating, “it would have been a safer choice to stay with the Expeditionary Group however I believe that my choice has logic.”
She turned her eyes sharply back to the Commander, “Your enunciation was commendable I must add,” referring to her Vulcan sentence from earlier.
She remained politely seated, affording a small nod to indicate she had finished speaking. It was clear she did not particularly enjoy discussing herself however she recognised this was an important part of her integration into the crew of Challenger.
● T’Saie - Medical Cadet ●
Vanessa nodded at the compliment. “Thank you. I’ve been told my ‘accent is expected’, though,” she added with a laugh. “And I agree, that would have been the safer route, being familiar and being what people expected of you. You’ve chosen the - relatively - more difficult path, but that means you’ve also opened yourself up for personal growth, and that’s commendable.”
She took another sip of the chocolate, swinging her foot a time or two before she continued. “You mentioned completing your work. What are you working on?”
Lt. Cmdr. Lofton - CNS
T’Saie raised her eyebrow as she received praise, something she had little experience of. Cup in hand she responded with a tiny glimpse of suppressed pride, “Before I joined Starfleet I attended the Vulcan Science Academy for a short time where I began my studies in medicine, it was here where I began my research on ‘Neurological Micropathology,’ that is studying microscopic diseases within the nervous system. I am aiming to extend this research into xenobiological practice however since joining Starfleet Academy I haven’t had much time to work on this.” she took another sip of tea before continuing, “I’m aware this isn’t overly interesting however it is my opinion that it is an important consideration during the process of understanding and helping both new and unknown lifeforms.”
She sat back slightly, “This is what I meant when I said Starfleet could have the potential to offer further opportunities to complete my work.” she said, tilting her head slightly as if to question whether Vanessa understood her logic.
● T’Saie - Medical Cadet ●
Vanessa’s eyes widened and she pressed her lips together. “Impressive! I hope you’re able to bring that to fruition. It sounds remarkable, and something to be proud of. Certainly something your CMO should be aware of, as she may be able to help assign you a team for your research while you are aboard the Challenger.”
She shifted, uncrossing her legs, and put the cup down on the side table. “Have you had much experience working in teams?” she asked. “What role do you tend to gravitate towards?”
Lt. Cmdr. Lofton - CNS
T’Saie was appeased that the Commander understood her logic, nodding along and perhaps raising an eyebrow at the possibility of continuing research on Challenger, not something she was expecting until she moved past the academy. Of course more questions were thrown her way, she re-positioned herself on the large sofa, still cradling the tea in her hands. “Of course, though I tend to be more efficient at working alone as opposed to as a team, as expected. Though I do have experience working within teams.” she paused to think for a second, “it can be challenging working with non-Vulcans, particularly as we often don’t share the same philosophy however since attending the academy it has become more straightforward.”
● T’Saie - Medical Cadet ●
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