I think if anyone wanted to take on that sort of role - in an informal sense, I'm assuming you mean; the idea of any kind of organized mentoring program would set the kids howling, I'd think - they should. Like you said, some of us do it already, and maybe those who would be suited for it but don't will see this and decide that it would be a good idea to start.

And it's not crazy 2am talk. It's a practical suggestion.