Star Trek: The Next Generation 7.01

Descent - Part Two

Lore and Data, but mostly Lore, explain in vague terms how things have changed. They also reiterate their intent to wipe out the Federation. 

The Enterprise, under the command of Doctor Crusher, starts beaming up away teams. They get most of the crew back aboard when the Borg ship attacks. The Enterprise returns fire and starts to leave the area and head back to Federation space. Worf and Riker remain behind on the surface of the planet.

Doctor Crusher plans with her crew to see how they can covertly return to the planet.

Star Trek: The Next Generation 7.15

Lower Decks

Four ensigns serving aboard the Enterprise await the outcome of evaluations. They all hope to get promoted. They are mentored by or serve under different members of the crew. 

Sam Lavelle (Human) serves on the bridge under Commander Riker. He tries to ingratiate himself on Riker, who isn't terribly impressed with him.

Sito Jaxa (Bajoran) serves under and is mentored by Lieutenant Worf. He pushes her to do her best including at least one test which she objects to because it is clearly unfair.