Katie Harlow

Early Life (2377–2395)

Kate was born on a small ranch in Texas on March 28th, 2377. As she grew up, she was always outside and fascinated by the stars and space. When she entered middle school, she began learning about Starfleet and other important moments in Federation history. By the end of middle school (2384–2391), she was determined to join Starfleet due to the rising tensions between the Federation and the Romulans. Her determination only grew stronger after the events of 2385 and 2387, when the Synths attacked and destroyed Utopia Planitia, and the Romulan supernova occurred.

During high school (2391–2395), the Federation was relatively at peace—but Kate knew that in Starfleet, peace never lasted long. She joined the track team to prepare for Starfleet Academy. Her high school teachers and coaches helped her refine her career path, guiding her toward Criminal Justice.

Starfleet Academy and Training Cruise (2395–2400)

When Kate entered the Academy, discussions among cadets frequently revolved around raids on trading ships between the Federation and the Cardassian Union. Some cadets speculated that they might be fast-tracked due to these conflicts. Senior cadets who had experienced the attacks in 2385 and 2387 were still benefiting from accelerated advancement. Kate pursued a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and joined the Academy track team, where she performed exceptionally well.

At the conclusion of her Academy years, she was assigned to the USS Exeter for her cadet cruise. During this critical phase of her training, Kate quickly adapted to life aboard a starship and excelled in her duties. Her performance earned her commendations from her superiors and demonstrated her unwavering commitment to her training and to the core principles of Starfleet service.

Criminal Justice & Early Career (2401–Present)

Kate enrolled in Starfleet Academy with the goal of earning a degree in Criminal Justice, inspired by her father’s legacy as a dedicated police officer in their hometown of Austin. Throughout her studies, she fully engaged with every aspect of the program—from studying criminal law to participating in hands-on training exercises. Her passion for the field and dedication to excellence stood out, and by the end of her Academy tenure, she had earned the distinction of ranking second in her class.

This achievement not only reflected her hard work and determination but also reinforced her aspiration to serve in law enforcement, continuing the path her father had started.