Washington, March 29 -- The University of Houston (UH) has reaffirmed its commitment to academic freedom after a student complained about a course titled "Lived Hindu Religion."

"The University of Houston values academic freedom, which includes allowing faculty to explore complex and sometimes challenging topics in their teaching. While UH does not typically review individual lectures, the university maintains oversight of the curriculum to ensure it meets established academic and pedagogical standards," according to the official statement.

In response to a student complaint about a course titled "Lived Hindu Religion," the university's dean and the director of religious studies reviewed the concerns and discussed them with the instruct...