Why I Ask My Students About Their Guilty Pleasures—and How It Helps with Bar Preparation
One of the questions I pose in pre-course surveys in classes I teach is, "What is your guilty pleasure?" Some might wonder why on earth...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 20, 20242 min read
Reflections from My Journey Across Three Law Schools
This year marks significant milestones for three law schools that have shaped my journey as an educator. The Appalachian School of Law is...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 20, 20243 min read
How the Sausage is Made: What Bar Prep Is Like (A Message for Friends and Family)
Happy Sausage Day ! October 1 is a day to celebrate one of the most popular (and delicious) foods in the world. But today, I want to use...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 1, 20244 min read
A Look at the Pros and Cons for Drinking Coffee Every Day
September 29 is National Coffee Day!Law students and professionals alike often rely on coffee to power through long hours of study,...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 29, 20243 min read
The Power of Mascots: Why Your Law School Spirit Matters
This week, I came across a little guy— Rudy Flyer , the University of Dayton’s beloved mascot, in plush form—while grabbing lunch (at...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 27, 20243 min read
Like Caitlin Clark, Don’t Get Caught Without a Game Plan After the Bar Exam
The pressure is immense. You’ve spent months buried in outlines, flashcards, practice exams, and bar review materials, all leading up to...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 26, 20244 min read
Finding Your Footing Your First Year of Law School
Last night, Dancing with the Stars  kicked off its 33rd season with a premiere that gave us all the excitement we hoped for. From...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 18, 20242 min read
Restroom Breaks Done Right (With a Nod to Buc-ee's)
For those unfamiliar with Buc-ee’s , it’s not just any gas station—it’s a Texas-based chain of massive convenience stores and travel...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 17, 20244 min read
3 Lessons from Aryna Sabalenka’s U.S. Open Victory
Yesterday, Aryna Sabalenka captured her first U.S. Open women’s singles title , but it wasn’t just the win that inspired me—it was her...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 8, 20243 min read
Applying Dr. Romie’s BrainSHIFT
Already feeling overwhelmed by law school or bar exam preparation? Do racing thoughts keep you awake at night? Does anxiety cloud your...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 4, 20243 min read