

Question: Does Punctuation Matter on the Bar Exam? Yes!
Today is National Punctuation Day. It's (and not " its ") the perfect opportunity to reflect on how small things—like commas, periods,...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Running Your Own Race: How Law School, Like a Marathon, Tests Your Private Preparation
Yesterday, I ran the Air Force Half Marathon . It was hot. Brutally hot. So hot, in fact, that the race was flagged at a severe level...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 22, 20243 min read


Quick Tip: Slipping and Falling into Fall
As we welcome the first day of fall, it’s the perfect time to talk about something you might literally fall into—both in real life and...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 21, 20242 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


Happy Constitution Day (and a Reminder about Recent SCOTUS Decisions on the Bar Exam)
Happy Constitution Day ! As we celebrate the U.S. Constitution’s role in shaping our government and laws, it’s a good time to remind bar...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 17, 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


Stones River National Battlefield: The 13th Amendment and Its Impact on Bar Exam Preparation
Recently, I visited the Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where the Union’s victory in one of the bloodiest...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 15, 20242 min read


Friday the 13th and Legal Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions
It's Friday, September 13, 2024. Friday the 13th has long been a symbol of superstition and fear, a day when many believe bad luck runs...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 13, 20244 min read


What's Your "Hype Song"? (Fall 2024 Edition)
In almost every course I teach, I ask students to identify their "hype song"—a song that gets them excited, motivated, and ready to...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 12, 20242 min read


National Chocolate Milkshake Day: Blending Your Way to Bar Exam Success
Today is National Chocolate Milkshake Day . Let’s talk about the perfect blend—not just in your favorite sweet treat, but in your bar...

Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 12, 20242 min read



