Off The News: Korean immigration to Hawaii

A free symposium, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. today at the University of Hawaii-Manoa’s Center for Korean Studies — plus a city-sponsored photo exhibit, through Feb. 10 in Honolulu Hale’s courtyard — recognize the 120th anniversary of Korean immigration to Hawaii.

The symposium spotlights Korean women leaders who supported the fledgling immigrant community, including Ha Soo Whang, Hawaii’s first Korean social worker; and Halla Pai Huhm, who taught traditional Korean dance.

At Honolulu Hale, Marie Ann Han Yoo’s photos depict South Korea in 1956-1957, in the aftermath of the Korean War (1950-1953).