Ma, Joanna
PRC | STAR FLEET PERSONNEL COMMAND FILE |
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Joanna Ma | |||
Career Occupation | |||
Position: | Senior Counselor/Diplomatic Officer | ||
Assignment: | USS Copernicus, GEC-9035 | ||
Rank: | Graduate | ||
Biographical Attributes | |||
Species: | 1/2 Betazoid, 1/2 Human | ||
Gender: | Female | ||
Height: | 168 cm (5 ft. 6 in.) | Weight: | 54.4 kg (120 lb.) |
Eye Color: | Black | ||
Hair Color: | Black | ||
Hairstyle: | Long (below her shoulders) | ||
Complexion: | Slightly darker than an average Betazoid due to her Asian roots from her father side | ||
Voice: | Soft, with a slight accent | ||
Affiliation: | United Federation of Planets | ||
Birthplace: | Earth | ||
Born: | 18007.24 | Age: | 29 |
Familial Relationships | |||
Father: | Peter Ma | ||
Mother: | Carrie Ma | ||
Status of Parents: | Both currently reside on Betazed | ||
Siblings: | Jonah Ma, 31 | ||
Marital Status: | Single |
Personal History
Joanna was initially born on Earth to parents of mix heritage. Her father Peter met her mother Carrie during his diplomatic posting on Betazed as an attaché at the Federation embassy. As a child Joanna was raised mostly on Betazed by her mother while her father travelled back and forth between Earth and Betazed.
Growing up Joanna knew that unlike the majority of Betazoids she was not a full telepath. Like many empaths before her she was trained in the usage of her empathic abilities. It is the study of the ability that led her to choose psychology as her profession.
Initially led by her father Joanna was being persuaded to join the Federation diplomatic corps to follow her father’s footsteps to become a certified diplomat to be posted on one of the many Federation worlds. However with her training in psychology Joanna learned that there were many telepathic races across the Federation who needed healers of the mind. Joanna was torn in choosing either professions and eventually discovered that by joining Star Fleet she would be able to counsel crew members while still developing her diplomatic training through discovery and meeting new species and cultures.
Her first posting was on the Federation Starship Destiny as the Assistant Counsellor. Its mission was to explore an unknown part of space within the far reaches of the Beta quadrant. During its four year mission Joanna came across many new species and came to appreciate the experience within Star Fleet.
Once she returned to Alpha quadrant Joanna learned about a Ship’s Counsellor opening onboard the Starship Drake and her transfer request was accepted.
Personality Profile
Academy Major(s): Diplomacy and Diversity
Academy Minor(s): Sociology and Flight Navigation
Hobbies and Pastimes: Sunbathing, Outdoors and Dancing. Joanna enjoyed experiencing different cultural experiences which might involve food, traditions etc
Short-Term Goals: To become a qualified bridge command officer besides being a Ship’s Counsellor
Long-Term Goals: To become a certified diplomat
Sense of Humor: Joanna enjoys all types of humour when is suited to the occasion
Likes: All types of tea and tall good looking men
Dislikes: Anyone that can’t be sensed empathically like the Ferengi
Achievements: Certified as a psychologist by the University of Betazed
Disappointments: During her training at the University there were times when no matter how much effort she has tired there were times where a mentally handicapped patient can’t be helped
Strengths: Open minded and very patient, necessary traits being a trained Counsellor
Weaknesses: Might take on too many tasks all at once
Off Duty Clothing Tastes: Active wear, like hooded sweaters and lounge pants
Career History
Stardate 20606.11 - Promoted to Midshipman, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20611.01 - Promoted to Ensign, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20611.01 - Awarded Star Fleet Commendation Medal, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20701.01 - Awarded Star Fleet Achievement Medal, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20702.02 - Assigned as Ship's Counsellor, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20707.12 - Assigned as Chief Medical Officer, USS Titan, CL-2007
Stardate 20712.01 - Assigned as Ship's Counsellor, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20807.01 - Awarded Gold Star, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20810.01 - Promoted to Lieutenant Commander, USS Drake, CL-2509
Stardate 20902.01 - Assigned as Diplomatic Officer and Senior Counsellor, USS Copernicus, GEC-9035