Soraya Amara

Early Life (2332 to 2350)

Soraya Arama grew up on the outskirts of Orlando, Florida in the year 2332. Her parents were both professional scientists. Her mother, Janet Marie Amara was a celebrated biologist with the University of Orlando all her life. Her Vulcan father, T’Voran, was a profound master of Physics at the Vulcan Science Academy. Her parents met at a medical conference on the planet Denobula, where the keynote speaker was a grandson of Doctor Phlox in 2325. Since her mother lived on Earth and her father was on Vulcan, T’Voran moved to live on Earth, in 2327. Her parents got married in 2330 and gave birth to Soraya Arama in May 2332.

By being born to a human mother and a Vulcan father, Amara was raised in a household that valued both logic and emotional intelligence. She demonstrated a natural aptitude for the sciences from a young age and was encouraged to pursue a career in Starfleet after she graduated from high school. Soraya Arama graduated from Jonathan Archer High School in Orlando in May 2350 and immediately wanted to join Starfleet Academy. Her grades were so impressive that she got a special recommendation with her Starfleet Academy application by Former Commander T’Pol.

Starfleet Academy (2350 to 2354)

Soraya Arama entered the Academy in 2350 and easily aced her general studies and most of the basic science classes. Her Academic Advisor recommended her for an Elite Science Program, to challenge her. Even with tougher classes, she still was aceing them. She graduated from the Academy Science Division as a Valedictorian. Her science program classes mainly focused on general physics and space sciences. She got a Master’s in both areas at the same time.

Amara’s primary goal with her academic foundation was to have it firmly set in physics and the space sciences, which she honed during her time at Starfleet Academy. This serves as the bedrock for her analytical prowess. Her studies in advanced astrophysics and exoplanetary science have equipped her with the expertise to dissect complex phenomena and devise innovative solutions. Amara’s Vulcan training in logic, which she rigorously applied during her Academy days, enables her to remain composed and focused under pressure, identifying the most rational course of action even in the most critical situations.

As a testament to her Vulcan heritage, Amara adheres to the philosophy of IDIC, Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations. It is not only a Vulcan mantra, but one she takes to heart, that resonates deeply within her. This mantra only fuels her passion for exploration and underscoring her commitment to understanding and preserving the vast, intricate web of life in the universe. It is this profound respect for the diversity of existence that is beautifully balanced by her human side, which imbues her with a boundless curiosity about the cosmos. It is this curiosity that drives her to continually seek out new knowledge and push the boundaries of scientific understanding. Although, while her Vulcan side ensures that this pursuit is guided by logic, discipline, and a deep appreciation for the elegance and complexity of the universe, ultimately, it is her Human side that instills in her a sense of wonder and awe that is both inspiring and humbling.

Vulcan Science Academy (2354 to 2362)

Following her outstanding academic achievement as Valedictorian of Starfleet Academy’s Science Division in 2354, she received a prestigious invitation to join the esteemed Vulcan Science Academy, from former Commander T’Pol. This rare honor was a testament to her exceptional academic prowess and dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge. The invitation was further bolstered by a special recommendation from Amanda Grayson, the human mother of Spock and first wife of the renowned Ambassador Sarek. Ambassador Sarek himself lent his support to her candidacy, underscoring the significance of this opportunity and her potential to make meaningful contributions to the scientific community. Her acceptance into the Vulcan Science Academy marked a pivotal moment in her career, offering her the chance to engage with the Vulcan scientific elite and further hone her skills in a rigorous and logic-driven environment.

This is where her passion for the sciences went from regular warp speed to transwarp drive. Her passion for the sciences only intensified and drove her harder. The strict Vulcan customs enhanced her focus and mentality. During her time at the Vulcan Science Academy, she excelled in her areas of studies of Physics and Space Sciences. After she completed her studies at the Vulcan Science Academy, she requested to be reinstated into Starfleet. Her request was granted by Command and she was posted on the Excelsior class starship, USS Michigan, NCC-61914 in 2362 as a Junior Science Officer.

USS Michigan, NCC-61914 (2362 to 2367)

Soraya Arama was posted to the USS Michigan and given a field promotion from Cadet to Ensign by the Michigan’s Commanding Officer, Captain Edward Lewis, in 2362. She was assigned as a Junior Science Officer in the Astrometrics Department, where she served there for a year. Then she was transferred to the ship’s Xenobiology Department for another year, where she headed up a major cataloging mission for a previously unexplored planet in the Best Quadrant. That project helped get her a promotion to Lieutenant Junior Grade and posted to Night Shift Bridge Science Officer in 2364.

Lieutenant JG Soraya Arama served with distinction as she served as Night Shift Bridge Science Officer. She cataloged a previously unknown class 2 comet and headed up two biological surveys on two different Class M planets in Sector 47541 for possible colonization. She also headed up the Stellar Cartography Department in conducting a major plasma experiment that led to increased warp plasma efficiency. It was this accomplishment that pushed her to an early promotion to the rank of full Lieutenant in late 2365. She was then assigned as the Assistant Chief Science Officer and Beta shift Bridge Science Officer. She was responsible for detecting, cataloging, and recording a sun go nova in Sector 49843. She served with distinction as the Assistant Chief Science Officer for the USS Michigan until early 2367, where she was given the opportunity to teach at Starfleet Academy in the Science Program. She accepted the invitation and left the USS Michigan in November 2367.

Starfleet Academy (2367 to 2380)

Lieutenant Soraya Arama’s first class she taught was General Physics, where she taught for three years, from December 2367 to May 2370. During her time as a Professor for Physics, she created a theory that could help detect the formation of when a black hole will form.

In the fall of 2370, she was reassigned to teach the Space Sciences, and was in that position for around three years, from the winter of 2370 until summer of 2374. During her time as a Professor for Space Sciences, she created a new algorithm that enhanced the current Stellar Cartography systems on long range sensors. She was given her fourth citation for excellence.

She was transferred to the Xenobiology Department in the fall of 2374 and was a Professor for another three years. She taught hundreds of cadets the difference between an Andorian and a Vulcan. She taught Xenobiology until the summer of 2377. She took on more teaching opportunities from the summer of 2377 until 2380. She expanded her teaching ability to include Subspace Geometry, as an Engineering/Science elite class, and an advanced class of Temporal Mechanics.

She felt proud of the fact that she was helping to teach younger cadets to become the best version of themselves and to serve Starfleet and the Federation. In the fall of 2380, after teaching various Science classes at the Academy, outer space was calling her name once more and she requested a new assignment as Science Officer.

Utopia Planitia Shipyards (2380 to 2400)

Starfleet Command reassigned her to a special Science/Engineering project at Utopia Planitia Shipyards, codenamed Project: Slipstream, where she worked on the project until 2400. She was assigned there as the Director of Sciences for the project, under the command of Admiral Chester Nimitz IV.

In 2390, she earned a field promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Commander after she led her sciences department through a major breakthrough. She requested the Admiral to give the credit to her team and not herself. She stayed on the project until 2400 when she requested a ship assignment. Starfleet Command granted her request, with a special request from Admiral Nimitz IV. She was transferred to the USS Carlsbad and posted as Chief Science Officer in 2400.

USS Carlsbad, NCC-73110 (2400 to Present)

Lieutenant Commander Soraya Arama served under Commander Hadir Prenar from 2400 to 2402. She served as Commander Prenar’s Chief Science Officer for two years as the USS Carlsbad patrolled the old Cardassian border regions prior to the Dominion War. She now serves under the USS Carlsbad’s new commanding officer, Captain Kirok Skyrunner.