Viva Las Vegas??? - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 10:57 AM

I dispite my hatred for Las Vegas....alas I must finish Architecture school. It's cheap, close and I can transfer with my company. I mentioned it to my boss last monday and now he's got everything lined up with our Corporate office and the Las Vegas office. Everyone in my office knew about it before I even did. I'm getting a promotion to Project Leader (a salary position :?)

So now I have to work out a specific date to move down there. I know it's a little bit down the road, but February will be here before I know it. I'm thinking leaving Reno the weekend of February 25. (This is so freaken crazy :shock: )

MattR · 2004-11-19, 11:00 AM

WOW! Congrats I guess..Vegas isn't great, but it's okay, but the opportunity is really great...you won;t regret it...

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 11:02 AM

I super nervous about it though....my stomachs all wrenched up right now, while I'm writing a salary proposal.

sperry · 2004-11-19, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I super nervous about it though....my stomachs all wrenched up right now, while I'm writing a salary proposal.

Just relax... this is a great oppertunity!! Best of luck, and let me know if you need any help with anything!

MikeK · 2004-11-19, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I super nervous about it though....my stomachs all wrenched up right now, while I'm writing a salary proposal.

Try moving to another country

Congratulations though, not many people get paid while they finish school!

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeK

Try moving to another country

Congratulations though, not many people get paid while they finish school!

True...I can't believe how nice my company is. This is the 3rd time I have worked for them and they are will to give me a raise and promotion, all the while working around my school schedule. $5 dollars says that they are even willing to pay for the move to Vegas. Big companies can super rock. I even managed to score super benefits.

sperry · 2004-11-19, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

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Originally Posted by MikeK

Try moving to another country

Congratulations though, not many people get paid while they finish school!

True...I can't believe how nice my company is. This is the 3rd time I have worked for them and they are will to give me a raise and promotion, all the while working around my school schedule. $5 dollars says that they are even willing to pay for the move to Vegas. Big companies can super rock. I even managed to score super benefits.

Snowball effect! They must like you, and consider your education as an asset to the company. I'll bet once your accredited they'll keep you around and bump you into a nice cushy design position!

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sperry

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Originally Posted by sti deede

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Originally Posted by MikeK

Try moving to another country

Congratulations though, not many people get paid while they finish school!

True...I can't believe how nice my company is. This is the 3rd time I have worked for them and they are will to give me a raise and promotion, all the while working around my school schedule. $5 dollars says that they are even willing to pay for the move to Vegas. Big companies can super rock. I even managed to score super benefits.

Snowball effect! They must like you, and consider your education as an asset to the company. I'll bet once your accredited they'll keep you around and bump you into a nice cushy design position!

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 11:19 AM

I guess another way to look at the fact that I'll be 30 by the time I actually have my architecture license, is that all already be working as one, I just don't get to stamp drawings. The really upside to this is that while the other students at the school are just being interns, I'll be managing projects and telling interns what to do. Too cool. I need to be management.

sybir · 2004-11-19, 11:59 AM

Congrats, dude

That's a killer opportunity.

dknv · 2004-11-19, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I need to be management.

Depends.

Been there done that. It's not always glorious. Actually it rarely is. You get stuck in between a rock & a hard place.

When I was talking about LV SCCA - I'm really kidding. Many of them are really cool peoples. I think you're gonna like them.

LetItRev · 2004-11-19, 12:15 PM

Hey Deede,

Wow...what a great opportunity for you. Of course we'll miss you and your witty personality.

AtomicLabMonkey · 2004-11-19, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I guess another way to look at the fact that I'll be 30 by the time I actually have my architecture license, is that all already be working as one, I just don't get to stamp drawings.

When you're working on real high-profile/pressure projects sometimes it can be real nice to not be the one with your stamp on the drawings (and neck on the line), believe me.

I for one am glad I don't work in an industry where I need a P.E. license anymore...

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I guess another way to look at the fact that I'll be 30 by the time I actually have my architecture license, is that all already be working as one, I just don't get to stamp drawings.

When you're working on real high-profile/pressure projects sometimes it can be real nice to not be the one with your stamp on the drawings (and neck on the line), believe me.

I for one am glad I don't work in an industry where I need a P.E. license anymore...

For me it's more about legally being able to call myself an architect. If I stay with the company, there is a good chance I will never have to stamp a set of plans. There's only eight people in a company of about 400 that are allowed to stamp plans.

Nick Koan · 2004-11-19, 01:34 PM

Congrats, its sounds like an awesome opportunity.

doubleurx · 2004-11-19, 03:33 PM

This is great news for you Deede! I'll forward this to my business partner who is now 33 and does not have his license.

I think you are definately with the right firm if they are willing to do all this for you. And Scott is right on the money; they clearly see this as a huge asset to there company to help you on your way to licensure.

How much longer do you have to get your degree? I'm sure you can take Vegas for whatever time it takes. I guess the bigger picture question is: will they send you back to Reno when you are done?

Either way, this is a great opportunity.

Congratulations.

sti deede · 2004-11-19, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

This is great news for you Deede! I'll forward this to my business partner who is now 33 and does not have his license.

I think you are definately with the right firm if they are willing to do all this for you. And Scott is right on the money; they clearly see this as a huge asset to there company to help you on your way to licensure.

How much longer do you have to get your degree? I'm sure you can take Vegas for whatever time it takes. I guess the bigger picture question is: will they send you back to Reno when you are done?

Either way, this is a great opportunity.

Congratulations.

I have the first two years of design done...if I can get them to accept them. I think that as long as I can race, make new friends and afford Vegas I'll finish it out. And unless something changes my attitude towards Vegas, I'll be bolting out of there as soon I finish. I'll probably try to transfer back to Reno, but that is at least 4 years away.

Dean · 2004-11-19, 04:24 PM

That is so cool. Glad they feel that way about you... Congratulations...

sti deede · 2004-12-02, 02:11 PM

Ahhhh.. Holy Sh*t. I got everything that I asked for on my transfer request to the Las Vegas office. I fricken love my company. I guess this means that Vegas is a for sure thing. I my stomach is major queezy now, so nervous and excited.

Nick Koan · 2004-12-02, 02:13 PM

Congrats! This is wonderful news for you.

sti deede · 2004-12-02, 02:14 PM

Oh and my new boss is super cool. He races super street bikes, he has a r6 (i believe it's called).

What a great day.

MattR · 2004-12-02, 02:15 PM

Holy Crap! That is awesome!!!!! What a sweet deal...

You know, I was down there Tues, wed, and it's a cool place...definately a great career move...

sybir · 2004-12-02, 02:16 PM

Congrats, dude!
You're lucky to be with a company that forward-thinking.

sperry · 2004-12-02, 02:17 PM

Congrats! You get to keep the STi, make more money, and get your certification (or whatever it is they call it for arch)!

I'm sure we'll be making a road trip out your way to show those Vegas people how to autocross.

edit: teh gramm4r!

sti deede · 2004-12-02, 02:21 PM

Yay! Visits for me in Vegas!
Thanks so much guys you so rock!

2004-11-19, 10:57 AM	#1
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Viva Las Vegas??? I dispite my hatred for Las Vegas....alas I must finish Architecture school. It's cheap, close and I can transfer with my company. I mentioned it to my boss last monday and now he's got everything lined up with our Corporate office and the Las Vegas office. Everyone in my office knew about it before I even did. I'm getting a promotion to Project Leader (a salary position :?) So now I have to work out a specific date to move down there. I know it's a little bit down the road, but February will be here before I know it. I'm thinking leaving Reno the weekend of February 25. (This is so freaken crazy :shock: )

2004-11-19, 11:00 AM	#2
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	WOW! Congrats I guess..Vegas isn't great, but it's okay, but the opportunity is really great...you won;t regret it... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-11-19, 11:59 AM	#10
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Congrats, dude That's a killer opportunity. __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-11-19, 01:34 PM	#15
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	Congrats, its sounds like an awesome opportunity. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2004-11-19, 03:33 PM	#16
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	Congratulations This is great news for you Deede! I'll forward this to my business partner who is now 33 and does not have his license. I think you are definately with the right firm if they are willing to do all this for you. And Scott is right on the money; they clearly see this as a huge asset to there company to help you on your way to licensure. How much longer do you have to get your degree? I'm sure you can take Vegas for whatever time it takes. I guess the bigger picture question is: will they send you back to Reno when you are done? Either way, this is a great opportunity. Congratulations.

2004-11-19, 11:02 AM	#3
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	I super nervous about it though....my stomachs all wrenched up right now, while I'm writing a salary proposal.

2004-11-19, 11:19 AM	#9
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	I guess another way to look at the fact that I'll be 30 by the time I actually have my architecture license, is that all already be working as one, I just don't get to stamp drawings. The really upside to this is that while the other students at the school are just being interns, I'll be managing projects and telling interns what to do. Too cool. I need to be management.

2004-11-19, 12:15 PM	#12
LetItRev R.I.P. Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 501 Car: 2004 WRX	Hey Deede, Wow...what a great opportunity for you. Of course we'll miss you and your witty personality.

2004-11-19, 04:24 PM	#18
Dean Señor Cheap Bastarde Real Name: Dean Join Date: May 2003 Location: $99 Tire Store Posts: 9,294 Car: $.04 STI Class: Fast,Cheap & Reliable=STI Deal, did somebody say Deal? Oh, Dean, yeah that's me.	That is so cool. Glad they feel that way about you... Congratulations... __________________ I am a Commodore PET --- Now get off my lawn you kids...

2004-12-02, 02:11 PM	#19
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Ahhhh.. Holy Sh*t. I got everything that I asked for on my transfer request to the Las Vegas office. I fricken love my company. I guess this means that Vegas is a for sure thing. I my stomach is major queezy now, so nervous and excited.

2004-12-02, 02:13 PM	#20
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	Congrats! This is wonderful news for you. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2004-12-02, 02:14 PM	#21
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Oh and my new boss is super cool. He races super street bikes, he has a r6 (i believe it's called). What a great day.

2004-12-02, 02:15 PM	#22
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Holy Crap! That is awesome!!!!! What a sweet deal... You know, I was down there Tues, wed, and it's a cool place...definately a great career move... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-12-02, 02:16 PM	#23
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Congrats, dude! You're lucky to be with a company that forward-thinking. __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-12-02, 02:17 PM	#24
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Congrats! You get to keep the STi, make more money, and get your certification (or whatever it is they call it for arch)! I'm sure we'll be making a road trip out your way to show those Vegas people how to autocross. edit: teh gramm4r! __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2004-12-02, 02:21 PM	#25
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Yay! Visits for me in Vegas! Thanks so much guys you so rock!

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