The document discusses the role of mentors in supporting postgraduate research students. It outlines some of the challenges students face in completing a PhD, including feeling lonely, stressed, or depressed. The mentors aim to help students settle into their studies and provide advice, support, and social events throughout the year. Their goals are to help interface between students and faculty and assist students as they work to submit required reports and pass interviews. The conclusion reiterates that mentors are available to help students cope with the difficulties of a PhD program.