In honour of Annette Schmirler the signees of this petition propose the renaming of “the Baron’s Court” to “Annette’s Corner”.

For the last ten years Annette managed the Brew & Blendz coffee shop in the Kinesiology building. The effect Annette had on students and staff could never be described as ordinary, her love and positivity was infectious to everyone she met. Whether you were exhausted from midterm season, or hating the world before an 8:00am class, or a home-sick first-year living in residence, Annette would never fail to brighten your day. For so many of us having Annette know your name or greet you with her beaming smile was the highlight of your day, it told you that campus is a community and that you were officially a part of it. While Baron Pierre de Coubertin did contribute to the ideas of modern sport his legacy cannot compare the direct and immeasurable impact Annette had, and her memory will continue to have on our campus and everyone who knew her.

You always remembered my name and I will never forget yours, thank you Annette

The following are a small fraction of the notes that have been posted around Brew & Blendz remembering Annette:

Annette,

Thank you for showing me the power one person has to impact so many, you will be dearly missed.

Annette,

For every bad day and every dark night, there are stars like yourself that make it all better. And that star shines on all of us. –Ben S.

I’ve asked my friend to send my condolences to Brew & Blendz and Annette’s family. I always made coffee a part of my day because I knew I would receive a warm welcome. –Amy, France

Because of you, Annette, I got through my first year of university. You inspired everyone around you. You encouraged me everyday. We’ll continue on your legacy by encouraging others. Love Always, Brook

Your optimism, laughter and love shone through in everything you did. We will miss you forever. But will do our best to carry on your spirit. And I’ll think of you everyday as I walk past Brew. -KK

Annette,

Thank you for smiling, caring and making so many of us feel at home. You made so many of our days with your caring nature. Love you Always

Annette,

Even though your presence isn’t here physically, we know you’re still with us, our relationship has just changed. Thank you for showing me what connection with a barrista, or person for that matter, can be. Rest in Peace

Annette,

It was such a pleasure to see your smiling face early in the morning after a tough practice. Rest easy. –Dinos Swimming

Annette,

You were a beautifully kind person and my favourite reason for getting up in the morning, knowing I’d come to Brew and see you. Thank you for making an international student feel at home. Love, Ellie

Annette,

Thank you so much for brightening up my early mornings. No matter how stressful school or life became you were always around to make things just a little better.