9. 1960 / U. S. government emphasized the science and engineering fields. Financial aids to the graduate students of these fields were offered by many American universities. This created graduate study opportunities for Taiwanese graduates majoring in science and engineering fields. February 3, 2016
7. 1955 / Only college graduates were allowed to go out of Taiwan for advance study. Male students had to complete their military service first. February 3, 2016
6. 1952 – 1954 / High school graduates were allowed to go abroad for their college education. February 3, 2016
3. 1949 / Dr. Or Hsieh ( 謝娥醫師) arrived in America and later obtained her citizenship. She is considered to be the first Taiwanese American. February 3, 2016
1. 1945 / The Ruling on Taiwan was changed from Japan to the Republic of China ( 國民黨) at the end of World War II. February 3, 2016