Dr. Alain E. Kaloyeros 203 Forest Haven Drive Slingerlands, New York 12159 October 10, 2016 Via Electronic Mail Joseph Porter Senior Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs and General Counsel The State University of New York State University Plaza - Albany, New York 12246 Re: SUNY Polytechnic Institute Dear Mr. Porter: | write to tender my resignation as President and Chief Executive Officer of SUNY Polytechnic Institute and, in accordance with my appointment and SUNY regulations, resume my position as a faculty member with continuing appointment. Ithas been my great privilege to serve as President and deeply rewarding to see SUNY Poly’s growth over the years. | am proud to have contributed to that. Now, however, | recognize that my continued leadership would pose a distraction from SUNY Poly continuing its good work. SUNY Poly’s success is testament to its outstanding students and alumni, faculty, and staff. For that reason, | am confident that the Institute will continue to foster great students, conduct Cutting-edge research, and attract leading technology companies to our community. Thank you. Very truly yours, Al ot = Alain E. Kaloyeros, Ph.D.’