"Not Bad" Isn't Good Enough: Write in the Affirmative
If you’ve ever met a Minnesotan—or been one yourself—you might be familiar with a certain type of conversation: "How are you?" "Not bad."...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 29, 20252 min read
You Can’t Find What You’re Not Looking For: The Munchos Rule of Bar Exam Fact-Spotting
The other day, I had a craving for a nostalgic snack I hadn’t thought about in years: Munchos potato chip s. Light, airy, salty, and...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 25, 20252 min read
ABA Student Lawyer: "How to Conquer 3L Burnout and Start Bar Prep Strong"
From ABA Law Student Division's Student Lawyer , April 21, 2025: After three years of stress and studying, many students enter their...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 21, 20251 min read
Use the Entire Time Given to You, Like Giannis Antetokounmpo
If you’ve ever watched the Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo at the free throw line, you’ve probably noticed two things: 1️⃣ He...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 20, 20252 min read
“Got to Get Out” of the Exam: Bar Prep, Reality-Show Style
I don’t watch a lot of TV during the semester, but when I do, I want pure escapism. I want brain rot. I don’t want to analyze or take...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 19, 20253 min read
There Are No Easter Eggs in Bar Exam Essays
It’s almost Easter Sunday, and maybe you’re thinking about Easter egg hunts, candy-filled baskets, or hidden surprises. In pop culture,...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 18, 20252 min read
Andor Season 2 Drops Next Week, But Season 1 Still Has a Lot to Say About the Bar Exam
Next week, Andor Season 2 premieres on Disney+, and I couldn’t be more excited. But if you’ve never heard of the show—or only vaguely...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 18, 20254 min read
Don’t Leave Easy Points on the Table
Some points on the bar exam are hard-earned. Others are just … forgotten. Left behind. Never even given a chance. And the worst part?...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 18, 20252 min read
In the News, On the Bar: Contempt, Compliance, and Probable Cause
From time to time, real-world headlines offer a natural opportunity to revisit foundational legal principles. This series draws on those...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 17, 20252 min read
In the News, On the Exam: When the News Sparks a Bar Prep Review (Common Law Arson)
From time to time, real-world headlines offer a natural opportunity to revisit foundational legal principles. This series draws on those...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Apr 14, 20252 min read