I queried my undergrad institution about crosses in Lee Chapel at W&L  
(private, doesn't get government money, doesn't want it).  Here is the  response I 
got.  If no crosses was the policy of RE Lee, that's good enough  for me.
 
 
Because Lee Chapel is a non-consecrated space, there is no cross or  crucifix 
in the chapel.  Officiates will, upon occasion, bring one to the  building 
for a special service.
 
Remember, Lee specifically did not wish to consecrate the space so that  it 
could be used for all purposes, both sacred and secular.  The very first  event 
held in the building was graduation of 1868 and it is still used by the  
University for general use, i. e. freshmen orientation, convocations, speakers  
and awards assemblies.
 
I hope this answers your question.  Please let me know if I can be  of 
further assistance.
Linda Donald
 
Linda Donald, Site Manager
Lee Chapel and Museum
11 University  Place
Washington and Lee University
Lexington, VA   24450


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