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On October 24, 2022, PAX Group, LLC, (“PAX” or “PAX Group”) was retained by the University of Arizona (“University”) and began conducting an independent review of the facts and circumstances leading up to, during, and after the tragic incident that occurred on October 5, 2022 ( “Incident”). PAX Group was asked to provide recommendations for creating an improved threat assessment management process and safety protocols for the University. The PAX Report was delivered on March 23, 2023.

The experts spoke with more than 139 students, faculty, staff, and others, including Dr. Meixner’s family. They reviewed more than 1,200 documents, including emails, text messages, legal filings, emergency response plans, UAlert policies and procedures, and other external reports. They examined University facilities, including classroom buildings.