The RealReal and University of Arizona Collaborate to Create an Endowed Chair in Gemology
January 30, 2018 at 05:30 pm IST
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The RealReal, Inc. announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the University of Arizona to create a new degree program for gemology. The RealReal is funding an endowed chair in the UA College of Science with the intent of helping the University of Arizona develop new research and technology. An undergraduate program will be offered, along with a graduate program for master's and PhD students emphasizing gemological research and skills will be made possible through this endowment. Finally, Gem-A (Gemological Association of Great Britain) is also partnering with the UA and The RealReal to allow students in the program to obtain their individual gemology certification. As a key leader and innovator in the industry, The RealReal is joining the University of Arizona and Gem-A to further their shared values of education, innovation, and expertise. Together, they will develop unique technologies to enhance the study of gemology. For The RealReal, these advancements will also provide its gemologists, buyers, collectors, and potential sellers with elevated knowledge and information. The new degree program will be located in Tucson, Arizona, the mineral and colored stone capital of the world. Students will learn on campus and in labs located in the University of Arizona's new Gem and Mineral Museum in downtown Tucson.
The RealReal, Inc. provides an online marketplace for authenticated, consigned luxury goods. The Company provides a platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. The Company offers products across multiple categories, including women's fashion, men's fashion, jewelry and watches. The luxury designers on its online marketplace include Cartier, Chanel, Christian Louboutin, Gucci, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Rolex, Tiffany & Co., and Valentino. The Company operates a retail store, including its larger footprint stores in Los Angeles, California, and New York. In addition, it operates retail stores, including its smaller footprint neighborhood retail stores, or neighborhood Stores.