Money talks. Colleges expect support from their alumni, but in this case it was the only way we had to fight back against this absurd move. I'd have preferred they had done the right thing and put the cross back without the threat of withholding support, but it was clear that they would not be moved short of the prospect of monetary penalty.
from over at powerlineblog.com link here
The committee has now supplied [a recommendation], and President Nichol and the board of visitors have accepted it. The committee recommended unanimously that the cross be put on permanent display at the chapel, but that it be put behind a glass case. The case will be in a "prominent, readily visible place" with "a plaque explaining the college's anglican roots" and connection to the Bruton parish church. Moreover, "the Wren sacristry shall be available to house sacred objects on any religious tradition for use in worship and devotion by members of the college community."
So keep up the pressure and spread the word - this "solution" is just smoke and mirrors for the easily-fooled (in their lofty minds, that is)...
Chimera, you were part of this fight-back? It's perfect -- hit them HARD where it hurts. Words, they won't listen to words. It's fighting DEEDS -- cut off the money, you win. It's quite simple and straightforward. And it is direct and clear consequences to their decision. Keep up the good work.