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== Education ==
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=== Early Development ===
Skrell begin learning before they're even hatched, simply by being near their caretakers. Guardians will passively form a sort of '''telepathic bond''' between the children, which is made through caring for the unhatched egg. If guardians do not form this telepathic bond, it's likely that both of them won't feel they're being cared for - and is thought to cause more rebellious children.


Once the eggs are born, they are very fragile and inquisitive yet can swim on their own, however cannot walk until age 5-10. Around this time, caretakers will train them to better use their communication skills - talking back and forth telepathically, while also talking in Nral'malik to show what words mean.
==Education Outside of the Federation==
=== Kindergardens ===
'''Kindergardens''' make up the whole of teaching from '''ages 5-19''', and are often large buildings built with gardens, science labs, holodecks, and libraries. Counselors and teachers will take over education, teaching subjects like language, science, math, social guidance, and galactic history until 10. Recently, Tau Ceti Basic has been added to kindergarden teaching - to allow easier exploration of other stars not owned by skrell.


Secondary classes in '''kindergardens''' are taught to '''ages 10-19''', teaching the equivalent of everything '''high schools''' do while also beginning to incorperate Federation ideals in daily living - '''Unitarian, altrustic, and democratic''' ideals are encouraged heavily, all coming together in the ultimate goal of ensuring all newborn Skrell value the Federation and its goal of Peace and Learning. Kindergardens are all government run, with high budgets and police guards, and are one of the most heavily guarded areas in Federation civilian space.
Skrell raised outside the Federation are reside in relatively new situation. They will not have access to the advanced educational infrastructure of the Nralakk Federation. Private Skrell education facilities have been established by philopatric and entrepreneurial Skrell from the Federation; however, these schools do not report back to the Federation in any capacity. These facilities merely mimic the style, system and environment found in Federation facilities.  


After leaving the kindergardens, Colleges and universities begin to take applicants.  
Those who do not have access to either of these education sources must completely rely on their Quya to educate them.  Most Skrell are only capable of educating their children up to a Reef Garden level with what would be the equivalent to a college internship in their Quya's field; but if the Qrri'Myaq were a professor or established teacher of their field then the Skrell's education would be equal to that of a Depth College.  If Skrell want to pursue a different field than their Qrri'Myaq, they will need to seek out a Skrell with the correct skillset and ask to apprentice under them.  


===Colleges and Universities===
Human Schooling has proven to be detrimental to Skrell for several reasons. Since Skrell mature mentally and physically slower than Humans, the socialization process critical to upbringing is thrown wildly off-balance. By the time a human reaches young adulthood, Skrell are still juveniles. This gap often leads to feelings of extreme social isolation, which can severely harm the development of Skrell children.
Basic colleges take in students for non-specialized roles, and to graduate you must go through '''10 years of schooling''' - which includes experience in the field. These colleges teach you how to do a multitude of jobs, and encourage taking on researching a secondary subject or art as a hobby. To get a reliable job in any of the combined sciences in the Federation, however, you must go through '''2-3 colleges''' in similar fields. This is why Skrell from the Federation are often regarded as being overachievers, knowing more about a broad subject than others who just went for one school year. Each individual Jargon schooling program credit is regarded as an equivalent to a PhD in human space, but Jargon Federation itself lacks distinguishment between bachelors, masters and doctorate programs.  
Additionally, Skrell learning is partially tied to their relationship with psionics. Skrell Teachers can passively use the Nlom to help cultivate understanding of new concepts or skills. Skrell students rely on this phenomenon heavily, as in addition to their teachers, in groups they can easily communicate their own understanding and thoughts with psionic assistance. Human environments lack this component, which can severely stunt the rate at which Skrell learn from their non-psionic teachers.  


Colleges have recently been made to allow students to leave Federation space while still learning through '''field trips''', where the teacher will take them to other nations in the galaxy and display how the locals operate. Students are to always remain together and must have armed security officers - recently made a requirement by the Federation's first exploration of the Unathi homeworld of Moghes after several incidents.
'''''This does not mean it is completely impossible for non-Skrell to teach Skrell, simple ideas that require little deep thinking or low-complexity concepts can be learned easily. But, in the long-term, Skrell learn best from other Skrell. Major universities will often have separate Skrell campuses. This means that Skrell can hold a degree from "human" universities thanks to their Skrell sister campuses.'''''


Skrell 'field trips' are famously known for being very annoying to locals, who complain 'They just won't stop asking questions.'
== Federation Education ==
The Skrell have always believed that acquiring knowledge to be the basis of their society, with even their most followed faith, confirming this perspective. There are three climacteric stages within established education, usually marked by biochemical and physiological changes that are associated with age: Scuttle School, Reefgarden and Depth College. Although biologically based, it is not universal or inflexible. Skrell are regarded as commencing each stage according to their own assessments, as well as supportive examinations from instructors, rather than chronological age or other indicators. While rare, it is not unheard of for Skrell to descend the rankings when they realize they are not equipped to handle the higher levels.
=== Scuttle Schooling ===
Scuttle Schooling, or '''Ukutanii''' is a process that all Skrell undertake and commences shortly before birth. During the later stages of an egg’s utero-development, the entirety of the egg’s Quya will begin a process known as '''Aqi’qa (Tethering)''' in order to determine the egg’s designated [[Skrell_Relationships| Qrri’Myaq]]. The process of Aqi’qa will usually begin about a season before the egg is meant to hatch, and typically involves rigorous rituals and tribal chanting until the egg has developed a psionic connection with one of the Skrell in the Quya. The Skrell will henceforth undertake the role of [[Skrell_Relationships| Qrri’Myaq]] and solely tend to the developing egg until it hatches -- incubating them within their headtails. It is often said that those that do not engage in the '''Aqi’qa''' are creating those born without the ability to perpetuate deep psionic signals instead producing Listeners.
Majority of Ukutanii is provided by a [[Skrell_Relationships| Qrri’Myaq]], however, there are supplementary development courses that tadpoles are enrolled in to ensure that their initial education is well-rounded. Ukutanii typically involves the passing of basic knowledge onto the juvenile (such as motor or communication skills) which are required to prepare them for Untuk’mak, or Reefgarden. Nowadays, the Nralakk Federation keeps a much more watchful eye on tadpoles, with many citing the '''X’Lu’oa''' as the reason for such. Scuttle Schools are also some of the most well-guarded facilities within the Nralakk Federation.
'''''Ukutanii occurs between pre-birth and 30 years of age.'''''
=== Reefgardens ===
Reefgardens, or '''Untuk’mak''', is a process that usually occurs after a Skrell has reasonably progressed in Ukutanii. Before a Skrell can commence Untuk’mak, they must undergo an '''Odurserr''', or '''coming-of-age ceremony''', to signify their readiness to advance to established academia. Odurserr is usually overseen by the[[Skrell_Relationships| Qrri’Myaq]], and involves the Quya of the juvenile gifting items usually symbolic of what they wish the tadpole to achieve in their life. After the gifting is complete, one of the items must be burnt as a representation of the Skrell’s choice and what they wish to achieve. Once the Odurserr has been completed, the tadpole will commence Untuk’mak.
Untuk’mak is the equivalent of high school for the Skrell. It is here that the [[Skrell_Relationships| Qrri’Myaq]] is relieved of academically supervising the juvenile Skrell, and is instead replaced with Counselors tasked with teaching subjects such as language, math, galactic history and much more. The foundation laid during the Untuk’mak is considered critical and invokes increased observation from the Nralakk Federation to ensure the levels of teaching are satisfactory. As Skrell progress through Untuk’mak, additional modules will become available and allow them to begin specializing in career paths decades before they start any dedicated degrees in Uyi’vesi, or College. Untuk’mak usually encompasses about two decades, however, it is ultimately up to the Skrell to decide whether they are ready or not to advance.
'''''Untuk’mak usually occurs between 30-50 years of age.'''''
=== Depth Colleges ===


==Famous Schools==
Depth College, or '''Uyi’vesi''', is the last stage of skrellian education and is equivalent to college for the Skrell. Whilst not mandatory, majority of the Skrell will undergo Uyi’vesi in order to further engorge themselves in all kinds of knowledge in order to climb the social ranks of skrellian society. Facilities dedicated to hosting those undertaking Uyi’vesi are usually hyperspecific on their education, such as the Aliose University of Medical Sciences which only educates those undertaking Uyi’vesi wishing to engage in studies related to medicine.


===[[The_Gliutip’lyaz_University|Gliutip’lyaz University, The Grand University]]===
Skrell undertaking Uyi’vesi will usually devote about a decade of their life to complete a degree, however, many more will persevere and acquire roughly two or three degrees during their extended Uyi’vesi of about three decades. Over the years, it has become far more common for Skrell to extend their Uyi’vesi as employment opportunities begin to seek more and more individuals with advanced knowledge.  
Among the most prestigious centers of learning in Skrell space is the Gliutip’lyaz University. Founded in '''2350 BCE''', the establishment has been hailed as having the most diverse and strenuous coursework within the Jargon Federation. Although originally based on the surface of '''Qerr'Malic''', the main campus of the university is now a ship capable of bluespace travel. When outside of the Nralakk system, the Gliutip’lyaz travels between multiple systems within Federation space, its destinations change depending on curriculum.  


Alumni of the Gliutip’lyaz University have historically been incredibly driven with the majority of them taking their respective fields by storm. This trend of producing capable, well rounded graduates has earned the establishment a colloquial title as “'''The Grand University'''.
A skrellian degree is typically equivalent to a PhD outside of the Nralakk Federation, however, internally there is no differentiation between bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Skrell will also often be awarded adornments for their headtails dependent on their academic success in the Uyi’vesi, with the longer adornments usually symbolizing great academic feats.


'''Academics'''
'''''Uyi’vesi usually occurs between 50-80 years of age.'''''


Students of The Gliutip’lyaz University are subject to harsh testing and critique as their grades are periodically released to the public. Scoring under seventy percent on an applied knowledge exam, or any other graded activity, is grounds for prompt expulsion. Each year, only a hundred Jargon citizens are accepted by the school’s board. In order to graduate, a student must attend the university for 23 years. Each student is initially put into a variety of subjects and expected to quickly attain proficiency. Among the subjects taught aboard the Gliutip’lyaz are sciences such as biochemistry and anatomy, critical thinking and decision based courses such as historic arts and martial combat, as well as applied arts such as music and sculpting. New students are expected to have a working understanding of physics and chemistry before attending classes.
====Honorifics====
* Lu'vesi - Dropout - Lvs. - Void Graduate
* Aqm'vesi - 1 degree - Aqvs. - Junior Graduate
* Qro'vesi - 2 degrees - Qrvs. - Graduate
* Qu'vesi - 3 degrees - Quvs. - Star Graduate


'''Famous Graduates'''
==Notable Universities==


The most prominent example of the caliber of Skrell produced by the Gliutip’lyaz is '''Grand Councillor Weashbi Jrugl''' himself.
===The Gliutip'lyaz University===


===[[Aliose_University_of_Medical_Sciences|Aliose University of Medical Sciences, Aliose Uni]]===
Among the most prestigious centres of learning in the Nralakk Federation is the Gliutip’lyaz University. Founded in 2350 BCE on the [[Qerrbalak|Homeworld]], the establishment has been hailed as having the most diverse and strenuous courses in the Federation, with the majority of courses offered by the university being science-related. Aside from science, the Gliutip’lyaz University primarily offers courses in liberal arts such as history and philosophy, as well as courses that teach martial arts, music, politics, and law.
The Aloise University of Medicine Sciences was founded in '''2100''' by the Federation as a means to improve upon the species genetically, bolstering health services for the whole of the species. The university continues to be a forefront of medical, biomechanical, and genetics research in the galaxy ever since its conception, and is one of the major factors in giving the Skrell such bountiful lifespans.
The most impressive feat in medical sciences to date has been '''cloning''' - at first met with skepticism but now extremely highly regarded for the creation of the '''Tup Commandos''' in '''2350''' that make up such a large amount of the Federation's Navy and Military.


The Aliose University was also very much regarded as a powerhouse of high-quality students when first contact with Humanity happened, and for the years following a single company set its eyes on trying to hire every single graduate - Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals. The Aliose Teacher Council at the time saw this as mildly concerning, but soon Zeng-Hu had come to them with a drafted plan for mutual gain - a chance to invest in the bustling company-nation of '''Epsilon Eridani''', which the Teachers Council accepted.  
The Gliutip'lyaz University remains one of the most prestigious schools almost four millennia later, mostly producing a majority of the Nralakk Federation's most accomplished individuals. It has since developed a "remote learning" branch in which Skrell can explore the Orion Spur and still attend their classes while abroad. Alumni of the Gliutip’lyaz University have historically been incredibly driven, with most graduates becoming pioneers in their respective fields. This trend of producing capable, well-rounded graduates has earned the establishment a colloquial title as “The Grand University.” Students of The Gliutip’lyaz University are subject to harsh testing and critique as their grades are periodically released to the public. Scoring under seventy percent on an applied knowledge exam, or any other graded activity is grounds for prompt expulsion. Each year, only a hundred Federation citizens are accepted by the school’s board. In order to graduate, a student must attend the university for 23 years. New students are expected to have a working understanding of physics and chemistry before attending classes.


Zeng-Hu had achieved its initial plan of bringing cloning technology to Humanity, while also connecting ties to the core of the Federation's medicinal research. Continued research between both Zeng-Hu and Aliose Uni has vastly increased the lifespan for both species, and has gifted the galaxy with synthetic organs and augmentations, as well as implants.
====Relavant Careers====


'''Famous Graduates'''
The Grand University primarily focuses on educating students in the fields of [[scientist|science]], but some graduates are known to go into [[NanoTrasen_Liaison|politics]] or law.


'''Lori'Eldap Joolro'Loveq''' is the Grandcouncilor of the Teachers Council, and the longest living Skrell in the galaxy - having lived for a total of '''559 years'''. They are treated hourly with chemicals - and have had several organ surgeries. Although weak physically, they are very strong mentally and '''teach [[Skrell#Telepathic|telepathically in the Dream,]]''' in an aluminum classroom.  She is capable of standing for a few minutes, and has famously met the oldest Human in existence several times - and still continues to meet the oldest human every time the current oldest dies.
====Famous Graduates====


The most prominent example of the calibre of Skrell produced by the Gliutip’lyaz is '''Grand Councillor Weashbi Jrugl''' himself. Since becoming Grand Councillor, Jrugl has also become the current dean of the University.
===The Aliose University of Medical Sciences===
Founded in 500 BCE, the [[Aliose#Orq’wesi|Aliose]] University of Medical Sciences was established as a means to further centralize research and development related to health services for the ever-growing population of the Skrell. It quickly shot to the forefront of medical, biomechanical and genetics research within the Nralakk Federation, and is where the Skrell first began to develop their life-extending medical care.
The university quickly became the go-to university for Skrell wishing to enter the medical field, which resulted in its reputation as a prestigious university. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of biology at the very least, with chemistry or other fields being requirements based on what course an applicant is applying for. Graduates from AUMS are known to become well-renowned doctors, medical researchers, and geneticists within the Federation. With the university’s relationship with Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals, many students tend to find work almost as soon as they graduate, being offered contracts to work for Zeng-Hu abroad.
Since its establishment, the Aliose University of Medical Sciences helped propel Skrell forward technologically, making the species one of the most medically advanced in the Spur. With the rise of Glorsh-Omega and the Era of Synthetic Oppression, however, the university had a more sinister purpose. The Intelligence would have Skrell halt all research into certain fields, having the university staff begin new projects that would eventually culminate in the species-wide inoculation of the Skrell, causing irreversible damage that’s still being researched to this day. While most Skrell have grown to accept AUMS’ part in the X'Lu'oa, there is a radical minority that has begun associating the university with Glorsh and its sympathisers.
In 2332 CE, Humanity and Skrell met. Almost as soon as first contact was made, academic talks had started between the Skrell and the various human megacorporations. The Skrell had concerns with sharing their knowledge with a species that was nowhere near their technological level, and most scientific leaders refused to work with the greedy, business-focused approach that many of the megacorporations had shown with their proposals. For the Dean of AUMS Lori'Eldap Joolro'Loveq, however, one company had stood out: Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals. Their vision, along with their emphasis on cooperative research teams over wanting access to Skrellian technology outright, impressed the staff of the university. Zeng-Hu was able to demonstrate the benefits of this relationship through the unveiling of viable limb-cloning techniques, and as a result brought AUMS to the forefront of medical research in the eyes of human society. This has resulted in a high number of requests from non-Skrell for attendance, with a small number of applicants being admitted. Although there are no official rules regarding non-Skrell attendance at the university, it is generally thought that the best way to attend is to apply through Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals. There have been claims of xenophobia due to the lack of non-Skrell students, but the university has denied these claims, insisting that all applicants are expected to fulfill the same academic requirements.
====Relevant Careers====
The university primarily offers courses related to [[Roboticist| biomechanics]], [[Pharmacist| chemistry]], [[Physician| biology and anatomy]], and even [[Xenobiologist| xenosciences]]. The relationship between Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals and AUMS has resulted in a number of graduates signing contracts with the megacorporation to work abroad almost as soon as they graduate, seeing it as an easy way of living outside of the Federation without taking a hit to their social credit score and with a stable job already lined up.
====Famous Graduates====
'''Lori'Eldap Joolro'Loveq''' was the Dean of the university, and the longest living Skrell in the galaxy - having lived for a total of '''559 years'''. They were treated hourly with chemicals - and had several organ surgeries. Although weak physically, they were very strong mentally and '''taught [[Skrell#Telepathic|telepathically in the Dream,]]''' in an aluminium classroom.  She was capable of standing for a few minutes, and famously met the oldest Human in existence several times - and met the oldest human every time the oldest died.
==Non-Skrell Education==
While the Federation continues to maintain a large Skrell majority populace, there are aliens living within its borders. Ideal educational environments are different for each species, so there are different spaces for learning depending on which species you belong too.
===C'thur===
The Vaurca needed the least amount of support from the Federation when it comes to educating their broods. Federation academics assembled a comprehensive information packet on current technology, galactic history, cultural studies, biology, engineering and economics then provided it to each brood for their own use. Besides the packet and routine monitoring, the Federation has largely left the C'thur to their own devices.
===Humans===
Human citizens are a rarity in the Federation, but a few exist. If human children need education, the Federation strongly recommends hiring a personal tutor or homeschooling, as Skrell learning environments are not suitable for humans, especially during their developmental years.
Human applicants to Skrellian Universities are far more common. Few Depth Colleges accept humans, and all those that do have made a modified curriculum for them. While not made to be "easier" outright, without the longevity and psionics of Skrell, the finer points of Skrell learning are lost on them. Even with these modifications, human students report that the work is taxing and difficult. Most Humans graduate after five to six years, with one degree.
===Diona===
Diona Gestalts that are assigned to simple jobs within the Federation are provided with blood samples from Skrell in the same field to rapidly accelerate the process of integrating them in the workplace. For more complex occupations, Skrell place them in a semi-traditional Skrell learning environment with a Diona Teacher, while providing a steady (but minute) flow of relevant blood to the students. Diona who are not in good standing within the social credit system will have their access to blood as part of their education restricted or removed.
The Federation only takes blood from Skrell with high Social Credit Score attempt to instill strong pro-federation sentiment during their education. Blood samples for a gestalt's education must still adhere to the[[Restrictions_on_Dionae-specific_Actions|criteria on who can provide blood samples]]].
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  • Education Outside of the Federation

    Skrell raised outside the Federation are reside in relatively new situation. They will not have access to the advanced educational infrastructure of the Nralakk Federation. Private Skrell education facilities have been established by philopatric and entrepreneurial Skrell from the Federation; however, these schools do not report back to the Federation in any capacity. These facilities merely mimic the style, system and environment found in Federation facilities.

    Those who do not have access to either of these education sources must completely rely on their Quya to educate them. Most Skrell are only capable of educating their children up to a Reef Garden level with what would be the equivalent to a college internship in their Quya's field; but if the Qrri'Myaq were a professor or established teacher of their field then the Skrell's education would be equal to that of a Depth College. If Skrell want to pursue a different field than their Qrri'Myaq, they will need to seek out a Skrell with the correct skillset and ask to apprentice under them.

    Human Schooling has proven to be detrimental to Skrell for several reasons. Since Skrell mature mentally and physically slower than Humans, the socialization process critical to upbringing is thrown wildly off-balance. By the time a human reaches young adulthood, Skrell are still juveniles. This gap often leads to feelings of extreme social isolation, which can severely harm the development of Skrell children. Additionally, Skrell learning is partially tied to their relationship with psionics. Skrell Teachers can passively use the Nlom to help cultivate understanding of new concepts or skills. Skrell students rely on this phenomenon heavily, as in addition to their teachers, in groups they can easily communicate their own understanding and thoughts with psionic assistance. Human environments lack this component, which can severely stunt the rate at which Skrell learn from their non-psionic teachers.

    This does not mean it is completely impossible for non-Skrell to teach Skrell, simple ideas that require little deep thinking or low-complexity concepts can be learned easily. But, in the long-term, Skrell learn best from other Skrell. Major universities will often have separate Skrell campuses. This means that Skrell can hold a degree from "human" universities thanks to their Skrell sister campuses.

    Federation Education

    The Skrell have always believed that acquiring knowledge to be the basis of their society, with even their most followed faith, confirming this perspective. There are three climacteric stages within established education, usually marked by biochemical and physiological changes that are associated with age: Scuttle School, Reefgarden and Depth College. Although biologically based, it is not universal or inflexible. Skrell are regarded as commencing each stage according to their own assessments, as well as supportive examinations from instructors, rather than chronological age or other indicators. While rare, it is not unheard of for Skrell to descend the rankings when they realize they are not equipped to handle the higher levels.

    Scuttle Schooling

    Scuttle Schooling, or Ukutanii is a process that all Skrell undertake and commences shortly before birth. During the later stages of an egg’s utero-development, the entirety of the egg’s Quya will begin a process known as Aqi’qa (Tethering) in order to determine the egg’s designated Qrri’Myaq. The process of Aqi’qa will usually begin about a season before the egg is meant to hatch, and typically involves rigorous rituals and tribal chanting until the egg has developed a psionic connection with one of the Skrell in the Quya. The Skrell will henceforth undertake the role of Qrri’Myaq and solely tend to the developing egg until it hatches -- incubating them within their headtails. It is often said that those that do not engage in the Aqi’qa are creating those born without the ability to perpetuate deep psionic signals instead producing Listeners.

    Majority of Ukutanii is provided by a Qrri’Myaq, however, there are supplementary development courses that tadpoles are enrolled in to ensure that their initial education is well-rounded. Ukutanii typically involves the passing of basic knowledge onto the juvenile (such as motor or communication skills) which are required to prepare them for Untuk’mak, or Reefgarden. Nowadays, the Nralakk Federation keeps a much more watchful eye on tadpoles, with many citing the X’Lu’oa as the reason for such. Scuttle Schools are also some of the most well-guarded facilities within the Nralakk Federation.

    Ukutanii occurs between pre-birth and 30 years of age.

    Reefgardens

    Reefgardens, or Untuk’mak, is a process that usually occurs after a Skrell has reasonably progressed in Ukutanii. Before a Skrell can commence Untuk’mak, they must undergo an Odurserr, or coming-of-age ceremony, to signify their readiness to advance to established academia. Odurserr is usually overseen by the Qrri’Myaq, and involves the Quya of the juvenile gifting items usually symbolic of what they wish the tadpole to achieve in their life. After the gifting is complete, one of the items must be burnt as a representation of the Skrell’s choice and what they wish to achieve. Once the Odurserr has been completed, the tadpole will commence Untuk’mak.

    Untuk’mak is the equivalent of high school for the Skrell. It is here that the Qrri’Myaq is relieved of academically supervising the juvenile Skrell, and is instead replaced with Counselors tasked with teaching subjects such as language, math, galactic history and much more. The foundation laid during the Untuk’mak is considered critical and invokes increased observation from the Nralakk Federation to ensure the levels of teaching are satisfactory. As Skrell progress through Untuk’mak, additional modules will become available and allow them to begin specializing in career paths decades before they start any dedicated degrees in Uyi’vesi, or College. Untuk’mak usually encompasses about two decades, however, it is ultimately up to the Skrell to decide whether they are ready or not to advance.

    Untuk’mak usually occurs between 30-50 years of age.

    Depth Colleges

    Depth College, or Uyi’vesi, is the last stage of skrellian education and is equivalent to college for the Skrell. Whilst not mandatory, majority of the Skrell will undergo Uyi’vesi in order to further engorge themselves in all kinds of knowledge in order to climb the social ranks of skrellian society. Facilities dedicated to hosting those undertaking Uyi’vesi are usually hyperspecific on their education, such as the Aliose University of Medical Sciences which only educates those undertaking Uyi’vesi wishing to engage in studies related to medicine.

    Skrell undertaking Uyi’vesi will usually devote about a decade of their life to complete a degree, however, many more will persevere and acquire roughly two or three degrees during their extended Uyi’vesi of about three decades. Over the years, it has become far more common for Skrell to extend their Uyi’vesi as employment opportunities begin to seek more and more individuals with advanced knowledge.

    A skrellian degree is typically equivalent to a PhD outside of the Nralakk Federation, however, internally there is no differentiation between bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Skrell will also often be awarded adornments for their headtails dependent on their academic success in the Uyi’vesi, with the longer adornments usually symbolizing great academic feats.

    Uyi’vesi usually occurs between 50-80 years of age.

    Honorifics

    • Lu'vesi - Dropout - Lvs. - Void Graduate
    • Aqm'vesi - 1 degree - Aqvs. - Junior Graduate
    • Qro'vesi - 2 degrees - Qrvs. - Graduate
    • Qu'vesi - 3 degrees - Quvs. - Star Graduate

    Notable Universities

    The Gliutip'lyaz University

    Among the most prestigious centres of learning in the Nralakk Federation is the Gliutip’lyaz University. Founded in 2350 BCE on the Homeworld, the establishment has been hailed as having the most diverse and strenuous courses in the Federation, with the majority of courses offered by the university being science-related. Aside from science, the Gliutip’lyaz University primarily offers courses in liberal arts such as history and philosophy, as well as courses that teach martial arts, music, politics, and law.

    The Gliutip'lyaz University remains one of the most prestigious schools almost four millennia later, mostly producing a majority of the Nralakk Federation's most accomplished individuals. It has since developed a "remote learning" branch in which Skrell can explore the Orion Spur and still attend their classes while abroad. Alumni of the Gliutip’lyaz University have historically been incredibly driven, with most graduates becoming pioneers in their respective fields. This trend of producing capable, well-rounded graduates has earned the establishment a colloquial title as “The Grand University.” Students of The Gliutip’lyaz University are subject to harsh testing and critique as their grades are periodically released to the public. Scoring under seventy percent on an applied knowledge exam, or any other graded activity is grounds for prompt expulsion. Each year, only a hundred Federation citizens are accepted by the school’s board. In order to graduate, a student must attend the university for 23 years. New students are expected to have a working understanding of physics and chemistry before attending classes.

    Relavant Careers

    The Grand University primarily focuses on educating students in the fields of science, but some graduates are known to go into politics or law.

    Famous Graduates

    The most prominent example of the calibre of Skrell produced by the Gliutip’lyaz is Grand Councillor Weashbi Jrugl himself. Since becoming Grand Councillor, Jrugl has also become the current dean of the University.

    The Aliose University of Medical Sciences

    Founded in 500 BCE, the Aliose University of Medical Sciences was established as a means to further centralize research and development related to health services for the ever-growing population of the Skrell. It quickly shot to the forefront of medical, biomechanical and genetics research within the Nralakk Federation, and is where the Skrell first began to develop their life-extending medical care.

    The university quickly became the go-to university for Skrell wishing to enter the medical field, which resulted in its reputation as a prestigious university. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of biology at the very least, with chemistry or other fields being requirements based on what course an applicant is applying for. Graduates from AUMS are known to become well-renowned doctors, medical researchers, and geneticists within the Federation. With the university’s relationship with Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals, many students tend to find work almost as soon as they graduate, being offered contracts to work for Zeng-Hu abroad.

    Since its establishment, the Aliose University of Medical Sciences helped propel Skrell forward technologically, making the species one of the most medically advanced in the Spur. With the rise of Glorsh-Omega and the Era of Synthetic Oppression, however, the university had a more sinister purpose. The Intelligence would have Skrell halt all research into certain fields, having the university staff begin new projects that would eventually culminate in the species-wide inoculation of the Skrell, causing irreversible damage that’s still being researched to this day. While most Skrell have grown to accept AUMS’ part in the X'Lu'oa, there is a radical minority that has begun associating the university with Glorsh and its sympathisers.

    In 2332 CE, Humanity and Skrell met. Almost as soon as first contact was made, academic talks had started between the Skrell and the various human megacorporations. The Skrell had concerns with sharing their knowledge with a species that was nowhere near their technological level, and most scientific leaders refused to work with the greedy, business-focused approach that many of the megacorporations had shown with their proposals. For the Dean of AUMS Lori'Eldap Joolro'Loveq, however, one company had stood out: Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals. Their vision, along with their emphasis on cooperative research teams over wanting access to Skrellian technology outright, impressed the staff of the university. Zeng-Hu was able to demonstrate the benefits of this relationship through the unveiling of viable limb-cloning techniques, and as a result brought AUMS to the forefront of medical research in the eyes of human society. This has resulted in a high number of requests from non-Skrell for attendance, with a small number of applicants being admitted. Although there are no official rules regarding non-Skrell attendance at the university, it is generally thought that the best way to attend is to apply through Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals. There have been claims of xenophobia due to the lack of non-Skrell students, but the university has denied these claims, insisting that all applicants are expected to fulfill the same academic requirements.

    Relevant Careers

    The university primarily offers courses related to biomechanics, chemistry, biology and anatomy, and even xenosciences. The relationship between Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals and AUMS has resulted in a number of graduates signing contracts with the megacorporation to work abroad almost as soon as they graduate, seeing it as an easy way of living outside of the Federation without taking a hit to their social credit score and with a stable job already lined up.

    Famous Graduates

    Lori'Eldap Joolro'Loveq was the Dean of the university, and the longest living Skrell in the galaxy - having lived for a total of 559 years. They were treated hourly with chemicals - and had several organ surgeries. Although weak physically, they were very strong mentally and taught telepathically in the Dream, in an aluminium classroom. She was capable of standing for a few minutes, and famously met the oldest Human in existence several times - and met the oldest human every time the oldest died.

    Non-Skrell Education

    While the Federation continues to maintain a large Skrell majority populace, there are aliens living within its borders. Ideal educational environments are different for each species, so there are different spaces for learning depending on which species you belong too.

    C'thur

    The Vaurca needed the least amount of support from the Federation when it comes to educating their broods. Federation academics assembled a comprehensive information packet on current technology, galactic history, cultural studies, biology, engineering and economics then provided it to each brood for their own use. Besides the packet and routine monitoring, the Federation has largely left the C'thur to their own devices.

    Humans

    Human citizens are a rarity in the Federation, but a few exist. If human children need education, the Federation strongly recommends hiring a personal tutor or homeschooling, as Skrell learning environments are not suitable for humans, especially during their developmental years.

    Human applicants to Skrellian Universities are far more common. Few Depth Colleges accept humans, and all those that do have made a modified curriculum for them. While not made to be "easier" outright, without the longevity and psionics of Skrell, the finer points of Skrell learning are lost on them. Even with these modifications, human students report that the work is taxing and difficult. Most Humans graduate after five to six years, with one degree.

    Diona

    Diona Gestalts that are assigned to simple jobs within the Federation are provided with blood samples from Skrell in the same field to rapidly accelerate the process of integrating them in the workplace. For more complex occupations, Skrell place them in a semi-traditional Skrell learning environment with a Diona Teacher, while providing a steady (but minute) flow of relevant blood to the students. Diona who are not in good standing within the social credit system will have their access to blood as part of their education restricted or removed.

    The Federation only takes blood from Skrell with high Social Credit Score attempt to instill strong pro-federation sentiment during their education. Blood samples for a gestalt's education must still adhere to thecriteria on who can provide blood samples].