UConn’s new interim president Radenka Maric brings a background of talents and interests as multi-faceted as the University itself, along with the same cardinal commitment to place students front and center. UConn’s vice president for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, Maric has been a faculty member and researcher here since 2010, and is a Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor. She succeeds Dr. Andrew Agwunobi, who is leaving for private industry.