: Investigating the history of water rights in the Antelope Valley , from the 1894 drought that nearly wiped out the town to modern groundwater sustainability projects. 4. Sociology & Local Culture
: Palmdale sits directly on the San Andreas Fault . A geological paper could examine local fault activity or the "mysterious booms" often reported in the High Desert.
: A sociological look at the "super-commuter" lifestyle, analyzing the impact of the long drive to Los Angeles on community engagement and family life.
