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‘Shaine in Spain’: If you're even slightly considering studying abroad, do it
By Shaine Davison | June 15Besides choosing to attend UF, studying abroad was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Shaine Davison
Enterprise Editor Shaine Davison is a junior majoring in journalism and minoring in environmental science. She has previously served as the editor of the enterprise desk and reporter for university and sports desks. This semester, she will be studying abroad in Madrid, Spain.
Opinion
‘Shaine in Spain’: Reviewing where I’ve been
By Shaine Davison | June 2During my four-month study abroad experience, I was fortunate enough to travel to nearly a dozen cities. Here’s a rundown of everywhere I’ve been and my experiences there.
El Caimán
'Shaine in Spain': You can't be everywhere at once
By Shaine Davison | May 18As my time studying abroad wraps up, I can’t help but think about the places I’ve been — and the places I still want to see.
Opinion
‘Shaine in Spain’: It’s not about the what, but the who
By Shaine Davison | May 9Over the past few weeks, I’ve spent weekends in Porto and Lisbon, Portugal, and Prague, Czechia.
Opinion
‘Shaine in Spain’: AI in Madrid
By Shaine Davison | Apr. 13In my most recent semester at UF, a lot of my class syllabuses stated the use of AI was permitted when appropriate and when properly disclosed. In Madrid, all of my syllabuses strictly prohibit the use of AI in any form.
News
‘Shaine in Spain’: A warning about safety abroad
By Shaine Davison | Mar. 25His death has been a stark reminder of how important it is to be safe abroad, especially among Americans studying in Spain who could find themselves in a similar situation.
El Caimán
‘Shaine in Spain’: The week I stopped calling home
By Shaine Davison | Feb. 15As I stood jetlagged in Plaza Mayor the morning I landed, I couldn’t help but think about all my friends who were together in Gainesville. Meanwhile, I was alone and halfway across the world in a country where I barely spoke the language.
Opinion
‘Shaine in Spain’: One week in and still finding my footing
By Shaine Davison | Feb. 2On my first day of class, I even woke up two hours early to make sure I made it on time.
Opinion
Introducing Shaine in Spain: Spring in Madrid through the eyes of a UF exchange student
By Shaine Davison | Jan. 17I’ve previously been an editor and reporter for The Alligator, but this semester I will take on a different role: a columnist.
Enterprise
As Trump support dips among young conservatives, influencers boost morale
By Shaine Davison | Nov. 10From February to August 2025, President Donald Trump’s approval among the young people who voted for him dropped by 23 percentage points.
